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VAUXHALL Astra Operation, Safety, Maintenance
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-1 Your Astra Make use of the Owner's Manual: Developed to the latest findings of automobile research, it offers technical sophistication and exceptional comfort. z Its "In Brief" section will give you an initial overview. z The table of contents at the start of the Owner’s Manual and in each individual chapter will help you find your way. z Its index will help you find what you want. z It will familiarise you with the sophisticated technology. z It will increase your pleasure in your vehicle.
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Contents Commitment to customer satisfaction: Our aim: to keep you happy with your vehicle. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers offer first class service at competitive prices. Experienced, factory-trained technicians work according to factory instructions.Your Authorised Repairer can supply you with GENUINE VAUXHALLAPPROVED PARTS, which have undergone stringent quality and precision checks, and of course useful and attractive VAUXHALL-APPROVED ACCESSORIES.
2 In Brief In Brief Key numbers, Code numbers Remove key number from keys. The key number is specified in the vehicle documents and in the Car Pass 3. Alloy wheels 3, towing equipment 3: make a note of the key identifier codes. Electronic immobiliser, infotainment system 3: The code numbers are specified in the Car Pass. Do not keep the Car Pass in the vehicle. For key with retractable key blade 3, press button to extend. 6 Further information – pages 66, 67, vehicle recommissioning – page 307.
In Brief To unlock and open the luggage compartment: Press button q on remote control and pull button beneath handle In vehicles with Open&Start system 3 the tailgate is unlocked automatically by pulling the button beneath the handle if the electronic key is within the external reception range of the vehicle. The doors are also unlocked. 6 Open&Start-System 3 – Page 70, Radio remote control – Page 68, Central locking system – Page 76, Vauxhall alarm system 3 – Page 83.
4 In Brief To adjust front seat lumbar support 3: Turn handwheel To adjust front seat height 3: Operate lever on outboard side of seat Adjust lumbar support to suit personal requirements. Lever pumping action upward: seat higher downward: seat lower Do not lean on seat backrest whilst adjusting it. 6 Seat position – page 87. 6 Seat position – page 87.
In Brief Tip the front seat backs forward 3: Lift release lever, tilt seat back forward, lower release lever, seat back is engaged in tilted position, slide seat forwards To straighten the seat, slide back and it engages in its original position. Raise release lever, straighten seat back, lower release lever, seat back engages. For seats without memory function 3: engage seat in desired position. The seat back can only be tipped forwards from an upright position.
6 In Brief Adjusting interior mirror: Swivel mirror housing Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing to reduce dazzle at night. 6 Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror – page 134. To adjust exterior mirrors: From inside, swivel lever in required direction Electrical exterior mirrors 3, adjust: Four-way switch in driver’s door 6 Further information, aspherical exterior mirror 3 – page 134. Press mirror switch right or left: Four-way switch adjusts corresponding mirror.
In Brief Swing in exterior mirror: Manual: Mirrors can be folded in under light pressure. Electrically 3 : Press n and both mirrors will swing in. Press button n again - both exterior mirrors swivel to the driving position. If an electrical retracted mirror is extended manually, pressing button n will cause the mirror to move all the way forward. The other mirror will be eclectically swiveled to the driving position. If button n is pressed again, both mirrors will be electrically retracted.
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In Brief 1 Page Side air vents .................................. 159 2 Front passenger airbag ................ 117 3 Centre air vents ............................. 159 4 Central information display for time, date, outside temperature, infotainment system 3 , check control 3 ................................ 62 Trip computer 3 ........................52, 58 Climate control system 3 ............. 171 5 Heated seat (left) 3 ...................... 160 Deflation detection system 3 ......................
10 In Brief Control indicators 0 Open&Start system see pages 36, 70. I Engine oil pressure see page 37. R Brake system, clutch system see pages 38, 226, 302. Q Door open see page 39. S Engine oil level 3 see pages 40, 298. p Alternator see page 39. 8 Exterior lights see pages 40, 136. W Coolant temperature see pages 39, 300. r Parking distance sensor 3 see page 218. A Engine electronics, Gear electronics 3, Immobiliser Diesel fuel filter 3, fault see pages 39, 67, 184, 190, 198, 210.
In Brief T 1 Winter programme of automatic transmission 3 or Easytronic 3 see pages 182, 189, 196. SPORT mode of automatic transmission 3 or Easytronic 3 see pages 181, 188, 195. y Seat occupancy recognition 3 see page 124. Z Exhaust emission 3 see pages 41, 209. u Anti-lock brake system see page 229. ! Preheating system 3, Diesel particle filter 3 see page 42. w B m Deflation detection system 3, Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 see pages 42, 221, 224.
12 In Brief Climate control Air distribution see pages 161, 175, n Air conditioning system 3 see pages 19, 164, 168. 4 Sun roof 3 ü Air recirculation system 3 see pages 164, 168, 176. Sun roof: opening or tilting – see page 147. d Sun roof: closing – see page 147. L to head area via adjustable air vents and to foot well, M AUTO l to head area via adjustable air vents, Automatic mode 3 see pages 19, 172.
In Brief Cruise control 3 m g § Miscellaneous Buttons on turn signal stalk see pages 16, 216. p Central locking system: locking – see page 76. Activate, store, accelerate, q Resume stored speed, decelerate, Central locking system: unlocking – see page 76. m Central locking button, see page 78. Deactivate. b Vauxhall alarm system 3 see page 83. Information display, infotainment system Information display see page 46.
14 In Brief Steering wheel lock and ignition: Turn key to position 1. Move steering wheel slightly to release lock Positions: 0 = Ignition off 1 = Steering released, ignition off 2 = Ignition on, with diesel engine: preheating 3 = Start To lock the steering wheel, switch ignition off, remove key and engage steering wheel. 6 Starting – page 22, electronic immobiliser – page 67, parking the vehicle – page 24.
In Brief Dipped and main beam switch: Main beam = Push stalk forward Dipped beam = Push stalk forward again or pull toward steering wheel The blue control indicator C is illuminated when main beam is on. Headlight flash: Pull stalk towards steering wheel The main beam is switched on while activated. 15 To operate turn signal lights: Right = Move stalk up Left = Move stalk down After operation, the turn signal stalk returns to its starting position.
16 In Brief Cruise control operation 3: Press button on stalk Hazard warning lights: On = Press ¨ Off = Press ¨ again Activate horn: Press j in centre of steering wheel Switch off: briefly press button §. To aid location of the pushbutton, the red surface is illuminated when the ignition switched on. When the button is pressed, its control indicator flashes in time with the hazard warning lights. 6 Vauxhall Full Size Airbag System – Page117, Remote control on steering wheel 3 – Page 64.
In Brief Windscreen wiper: Move lever upward § = Off $ = Timed interval wipe % = Slow & = Fast Lever always moves back to starting position. Shift to next higher or lower level: move lever slightly. Push lever past resistance point and hold: the windscreen wiper stages are run through; an acoustic signal sounds at position §. Press lever down from position §: Single swipe. 6 Further information – pages 303, 310.
18 In Brief Operating windscreen and headlight wash systems 3: Pull stalk towards steering wheel The wiper swipes for a few strokes. At low speeds, there is a single post-wash swipe. The headlight wash system 3 can be operated when the lights are on. Wash fluid is sprayed on the headlights. The headlight wash system cannot be operated for 2 minutes thereafter. On vehicles fitted with rain sensor 3, keep the sensor area clean. 6 Further information – pages 303, 310.
In Brief Range Inst. consumpt. 19,5° To demist or defrost windows: Set air distribution to l, rotary switch for temperature and air flow clockwise; Air conditioning system 3: also press button n; Automatic air conditioning system 3: press button n and v, turn rotary switch for temperature clockwise, air flow to A; Climate control system 3: press button V Open air vents and direct the side air vents toward the door windows. 6 Climate control system 3 – page157.
20 In Brief Manual transmission: Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after declutching and then pull up the button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever in neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection.
In Brief 21 To select P or R, press button on selector lever. P: Only with vehicle stationary, first apply hand brake R: Only with vehicle stationary 6 Automatic transmission with 3 – page 192. Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect3 : P = Park R = Reverse gear N = Neutral (idle) D = Automatic gear selection Selector lever in D to left: Manual mode + = Higher gear or stage - = Lower gear or stage P or N must be engaged when starting.
22 In Brief Before starting off, check: z Tyre pressure and tyre condition – pages 232, 333. z Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine compartment – see pages 297 to 305. z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and operational. z Do not place any objects in front of the rear window, on the instrument panel or in the area in which the airbags inflate. z Seats, seat belts and mirrors are correctly adjusted. z Check brakes.
In Brief 23 Warning buzzers To turn on the ignition, do not press the brake or clutch pedal; just press the button briefly. When starting the engine or whilst driving: z if the electronic key of the Open&Start system3 is not present or is not recognised, Do not start unless vehicle is stationary. 6 Open&Start-System 3 – Page 70, Electronic immobilizer – Page 67, Diesel fuel system – Page 247.
24 In Brief Indicator and warning buzzers for Astra TwinTop 3: z Indicator buzzer upon completed opening or closing of the convertible hardtop. z Indicator buzzer upon completed raising or lowering of the electric luggage compartment loading aid. z Gong tone if the boot lid is not closed during roof operation. z Gong tone if the boot lid is not fully opening during operation of the luggage compartment loading aid.
In Brief To activate the anti-theft locking system 3 and the Vauxhall alarm system 3 press button p twice or with Open&Start system 3 touch sensor in one of the front door handles twice. Advice when parking: 6 Further information – pages 67, 200, Open&Start system – page 70, radio remote control – page 68, central locking system – page 76, Vauxhall alarm system 3 – page 83, vehicle decommissioning – page 307, TwinTop roof operation 3 – page 148. z Always apply the hand brake firmly.
26 In Brief Genuine Vauxhall Parts and Accessories Service work, Maintenance We recommend that you entrust all work to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who can provide you with reliable service and correctly perform all work according to factory instructions. 6 Vauxhall Service – page 294, service interval display – pages 44, 296. We recommend that you use "Genuine Vauxhall Parts and Accessories" and conversion parts expressly approved for your vehicle type.
In Brief 27 That was the most important information for your first drive in your Astra in brief. The other pages of this chapter contain a summary of the interesting functions in your vehicle. The remaining chapters of the Owner’s Manual contain important information on operation, safety and maintenance as well as a complete index.
28 In Brief Vauxhall Full Size airbag system The Vauxhall Full Size airbag system comprises several individual systems. Front airbag system The front airbag system will be triggered in the event of a serious accident involving a frontal impact and forms safety cushions for the driver and front passenger. The forward movement of the driver and front passenger is checked and the risk of injuries to the upper body and head thereby substantially reduced.
In Brief Operating menus in the information display 3 Selection using multifunction button 3 rotate and press multifunction button. Menu options are selected via menus using the buttons/four-way button or the multifunction button of the Infotainment system 3 or the left adjustment wheelbuttons 3 on the steering wheel. The respective menu options are shown on the display. To exit a menu, turn the multifunction button left or right to Return or Mainand select.
30 In Brief Range Inst. consumpt. 19,5° 23° 5 257 miles Coolant level 7.6 miles/gal Eco x 19:36 check OK Trip computer 3 Check control 3 The trip computers provide information on driving data, which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically. The check control software monitors Functions: z Range z Instantaneous consumption z Distance travelled z Average speed z Effective consumption z Average consumption z Stop watch z Tyre pressure 3 6 Trip computer 3 – Pages 52, 58.
In Brief Twin Audio 3 Twin Audio allows rear seat occupants the choice between the audio source played on the infotainment system or a separate audio source. Only an audio source that is not currently active on the infotainment system can be controlled using Twin Audio. Two headphone connections are available, with separate volume controls. Further information is available in the infotainment system operating instructions. 6 Twin Audio 3 – Page 64.
32 In Brief Sport mode 3 To activate Press button SPORT. SPORT mode is used to change damping 3,steering 3, throttle application and the shift point for Easytronic 3 and automatic transmission 3 while driving. Damping and steering become more direct and provide better contact with the road surface. The engine reacts more quickly to accelerator movements.
In Brief 33 Ü Board Computer BC 1 BC 2 Timer Tyres Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 The tyre pressure monitoring system continually checks the pressure and speed of all four wheels while driving. A pressure sensor is installed in each wheel. The inflation pressures of the individual wheels are transmitted to a controller, where they are compared. The current tyre pressures can be displayed on the graphical information display or the colour information display 3.
34 In Brief Panoramic windscreen 3 To open: Turn the handle to the right and move the roof lining rearward to a suitable position. To close: Move the roof lining forward to a suitable position. When moved all the way forward, the roof lining engages in position. 6 Panoramic roof 3 – Page 146. Adjusting the rear row of seats 3 Cargo box 3 z Pull the handle below the seat Collapsible box to divide the luggage compartment.
In Brief FlexOrganizer 3 The side walls contain retaining strips, where various components can be attached to divide the luggage compartment or fasten loads. The system consists of z adapters z variable partition net z mesh pockets for the side walls z hooks in the luggage compartment 6 FlexOrganizer 3 – Page 102. Luggage compartment cover, Estate To open: Press handle on luggage compartment cover down. The cover automatically unrolls. 6 Luggage compartment cover 3 – Page 98.
36 Instruments Instruments Control indicators Control indicators ................................ Instrument display ............................... Information display ............................. Radio reception 3................................ Remote control on steering wheel 3.. Twin Audio 3 ....................................... Mobile telephones and radio equipment 3...................................... Infotainment system 3........................
Instruments lights Fault in Open&Start system. Lock or unlock vehicle using remote control or emergency key if necessary – page 80, or attempt to use the spare key. Emergency operation – page 81. If 0 illuminates, this can also mean that the steering wheel lock is still locked: move steering wheel to and fro a little and press Start/Stop button again. If 0 illuminates whilst driving a system error has occurred that may eventually lead to a complete failure.
38 Instruments v Airbag systems 3, belt tensioners 3, deployable anti-roll bars 3 Control indicator lights red. Illuminates when the engine is running Fault in airbag system, belt tensioners or roll-over protection, – pages 113, 123, 132. v Electronic Stability Programme (ESP ®Plus ) 3 Control indicator flashes or lights yellow. R Brake system, clutch system Control indicator lights or flashes red.
Instruments Q Door open Control indicator lights red. It is illuminated when a door or the luggage compartment is open. p Alternator Control indicator lights red. It illuminates when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is running Stop, switch engine off. Battery is not charged. Engine cooling may not be operating. With a diesel engine the brake servo unit may stop operating. Consult a workshop.
40 Instruments O Turn signal lights Control indicator flashes green. The corresponding control indicator flashes on the side of the direction indicators selected. Both control indicators flash with the hazard warning lights on. Fast flashing: failure of a direction indicator light or associated fuse, failure of direction indicator light on trailer 3. S 8 Engine oil level 3 Control indicator lights yellow. Exterior lights Control indicator lights green.
Instruments > T It is illuminated when the fog lights are on – page 137. Winter programme of automatic transmission 3 or Easytronic 3 Symbol lights in gear display with Winter programme engaged. C Further information – pages 182, 189, 196. Fog lights 3 Control indicator lights green. Main beam Control indicator lights blue. It is illuminated when main beam is on and during headlight flash – page 15. r Fog tail light Control indicator lights yellow.
42 Instruments B Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 (AFL) Control indicator lights or flashes yellow. lights System fault. Consult a workshop. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Flashing System converted to symmetrical dipped beam. AFL – page 139. ! Preheating system 3, Diesel particle filter 3 Control indicator lights or flashes yellow. lights Preheating system active, switches on only if outside temperature is low.
Instruments Instrument display On some versions, the pointer of the tachometer, speedometer and fuel gauge briefly moves to its end position when the ignition is switched on. Tachometer Indicates engine speed. Warning zone: Maximum permissible engine speed exceeded; danger to engine. Speedometer Speed display.
44 Instruments Time display 3 To adjust the time, setting knob in instrument: Press for approx. 2 seconds: Hours flash Press briefly Set hours Press for approx. 2 seconds Minutes flash Press briefly Set minutes Press for approx. 2 seconds Clock is started. Odometer display Top line: Trip odometer or clock display 3 To switch between the trip odometer and the clock display 3, press reset knob briefly, see previous page. Trip odometer Display of miles covered since reset.
Instruments ESPoff Electronic Stability Program 3 deactivated – see page 212. ESP on Electronic Stability Program 3 activated – see page 212. 45 1-5 or 1-6 3 current gear, Easytronic, manual mode. For Easytronic 3 , the display flashes for a few seconds if A, M or R is selected when the engine is running but the foot brake is not depressed. Transmission display 3 Display of gear selected on automatic transmissions 3 or current gear or mode for Easytronic 3: P Park position of automatic transmission.
46 Instruments 12:01 17 ,0°C FM 3 90,6 MHz REG AS RDS TP 11:25 } 21 .5°C Range Range RDS [TP] 257km Information display Triple information display Display of time, outside temperature and date/infotainment system (when it is on). When the ignition is off, the time, date and outside temperature can be presented for 15 seconds by briefly pressing one of the two buttons below the display. An F in the display indicates a fault. Have the cause of the fault remedied.
Instruments The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings of the trip computer 3, climate control system 3 and infotainment system 3. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Climate control system – page 171. Infotainment system – see infotainment system instructions. An F in the display indicates a fault. Have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
48 Instruments 8:56 5 ,5°C 07.04.2004 Triple information display Set date and time Infotainment system off: press Ö and ; below the display as follows: Press Ö for approx. 2 seconds: Day flashes ;: Set day Ö: Month flashes ;: Set month Ö: Year flashes ;: Set year Ö: Hours flash ;: Set hours Ö: Minutes flash ;: Set minutes Ö: Clock is started. Correcting time 3 Some RDS transmitters do not send a correct time signal.
Instruments 11:25 } 49 21 .5°C Range 257miles Board information display 3, Selecting functions Functions and settings of some equipment 3 can be accessed via the board information display. This is done via the menus and the buttons/ four-way button on the infotainment system 3 or with the left adjuster wheel 3 on the steering wheel. The relevant menu options are then shown in order on the display. Select options via the menus and with the buttons/four-way button on the infotainment system 3.
50 Instruments The functions are displayed in the following order: 11:25 } 21 .5°C System Board information display 3, System settings Press the Settings button of the infotainment system. Menu item Audio or System will appear. Press the lower button of the four-way button to reach menu item System. After pressing the right-hand part of the fourway button, the first function of the System menu is shown. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form.
Instruments 51 The automatic setting is indicated by } in the display. To correct time with the help of RDS, select the menu item for time synchronisation from the Settings menu. Make the desired setting. Setting date and time Select the menu item for time and date setting from the Settings menu. 11:25 } 21 .5°C English 11:25 } 21 .5°C Unit Europe-SI Make the desired setting. The setting is saved when the menu item is exited. Ignition logic 3 See infotainment system instructions.
52 Instruments Board information display 3, trip computer 3 The trip computer provides information on driving data, which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically. Access trip computer vehicle data by pressing the BC button on the infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel 3 on the steering wheel. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Once an audio function has been selected, the subsequent rows of the trip computer function are displayed.
Instruments 53 Reset: Reset trip computer information 11:25 } 21 .5°C Range 257km The following trip computer information can be rest (reset and restart measurements or calculations): z z z z Average consumption Effective consumption Average speed Distance travelled.
54 Instruments Range Inst. consumpt. 19,5° 23° 5 257 miles 7.6 miles/gal Eco x 19:36 Graphical information display 3 or colour information display 3 Selecting functions The functions and settings of some equipment 3 can be accessed via the graphical information display or the colour information display. These functions are marked or executed in the menu display via the four-way switch, the multifunction knob 3 on the Infotainment System or the left adjuster wheel 3 on the steering wheel.
Instruments 7 FM AS [TP] REG CDin MP3 Settings Time, Date 55 19,5° 19:36 19:36 Language 90.6 MHz Units 10 . 07 . 2004 Contrast Day / Night 19,5° Select using the left adjuster wheel 3 on the steering wheel: Previous Turn up menu item Turn down Press Next menu item Select marked item, confirm command. If check control 3 issues a warning message, the display is blocked from other functions. Acknowledge the message by pressing the left adjuster wheel.
56 Instruments 7 Time, Date 19,5° 19:36 Time 19:36 Date 10 . 07 . 2004 6 Synchron. clock automatical. Setting the date and time 3 Select menu item Time, Date, from the Settings menu. The menu for Time, Date is displayed. Correcting time 3 In systems with GPS receiver1), date and time are set automatically upon receipt of a GPS satellite signal. If the displayed time does not match local time, it can be corrected manually or automatically by receiving an RDS time signal 2) 3.
Instruments 7 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36 X Deutsch 7 Settings 19,5° 19:36 Language ~ Europe-SI Español Units Japan Dutch Contrast | | | French Day / Night Italiano 6 Ign. logic Selections are indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. In systems with voice output 3, when the language setting of the display is changed the system will ask whether the announcement language should also be changed – see Infotainment system instructions.
58 Instruments Setting display mode 3 The display can be adjusted to suit the light conditions, black or coloured text on a light background or white or coloured text on a dark background. Select menu item Day / Night from the Settings menu. The options are displayed. Automatic: adapted based on vehicle lighting. Always day design: black or coloured text on light background. Always night design: white or coloured text on dark background. Selections are indicated by a o in front of the menu item.
Instruments Distance travelled Display of miles travelled. The measurement can be reset at any time and restarted, see "Reset". Range 33miles OK If the fuel in the tank will allow less than 30 miles (50 km) of travel, the warning "Range" appears on the display. If less than 20 miles (30 km) can be driven with the fuel remaining in the tank, the warning " Please refuel!" 3 appears on the display. Acknowledge the menu item as described on page 54.
60 Instruments Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 257.0 Ø 40 Ø 31.0 7.0 Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 All values All values miles mph 257.0 Ø 40 gal miles/gal The information of the two trip computers can be reset separately, making it possible to evaluate data from different time periods. Select the desired trip computer information. The value for the selected function will be reset and recalculated. Ø 31.0 7.
Instruments 61 The desired stop watch display can be selected from the Options menu 3: Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 BC 2 00:00:00 Timer Tyres Start Reset Options Stop watch Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer menu. The Timer menu is displayed. Driving Time excl. Stops The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. Stationary time is not included. Driving Time incl. Stops The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded.
62 Instruments Check control 3 Check control monitors some fluid levels, the tyre pressure 3, battery of the remote control, the antitheft warning system 3, the brake light switch and important exterior lights, including cable and fuses. In trailer mode, the trailer lighting is monitored. Warning messages appear on the display. If there are several warning messages, they are displayed one after the other. Some of the warning messages appear on the display in an abbreviated form.
Instruments If there is a fault in the vehicle lighting, the respective fault source is displayed as text, e.g.: Brakelight check right In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3, if tyre pressure is too low, the display indicates which tyre to check, e.g.: Tyre pressure check rear right tyre (value in bar) Check tyre pressure at next opportunity using suitable gauge. Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 – page 222. Checking tyre pressure – page 333.
64 Instruments Radio reception 3 Car radio reception differs from domestic radio reception: As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the ground, the broadcasting companies cannot guarantee the same quality of reception as obtained with a domestic radio using an overhead antenna. z Changes in distance from the transmitter, z multi-path reception due to reflection and z shadowing may cause hissing, noise, distortion or loss of reception altogether.
Instruments Mobile telephones and radio equipment 3 The Vauxhall installation instructions and the operating guidelines provided by the telephone manufacturer must be observed when fitting and operating a mobile telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate the vehicle’s operating permit (EU Directive 95/54/EG).
66 Keys, doors, bonnet Keys, doors, bonnet Replacement keys The key number is specified in the vehicle documents and in the Car Pass 3. The key is a constituent of the electronic immobiliser. Ordering keys from a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer guarantees problemfree operation of the electronic immobiliser. When electronic keys of the Open&Start system are being replaced, all keys must be handed to the dealer for programming. Keep the spare key in a safe spot. Electronic immobiliser........................
Keys, doors, bonnet Electronic immobiliser The system checks whether the vehicle may be started with the mechanical key or electronic key of the Open&Start system 3 that is being used. If the key is recognised as "authorised" the vehicle can be started. The check takes place via a transponder in the key.
68 Keys, doors, bonnet Store personal vehicle settings in the vehicle key 3 The last settings selected z for the climate control system 3 z information display 3 z Infotainment system 3 z instrument illumination are stored automatically depending on the vehicle key used. Different settings stored for each vehicle key are retrieved automatically on use the vehicle key concerned. Each time the vehicle is locked, the settings are saved again.
Keys, doors, bonnet Central locking system, mechanical anti-theft locking system 3 – page 76. Vauxhall alarm system 3 – page 83. Electric windows 3 – page 143. Astra TwinTop – page 148. 69 Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: z The range of the radio remote control has been exceeded. z Radio remote control battery voltage is too low. Battery replacement - see next page.
70 Keys, doors, bonnet Open&Start system 3 The Open&Start system allows the vehicle to be locked and unlocked, including the anti-theft locking system 3 and the Vauxhall alarm system 3, and the engine to be started and stopped without a mechanical key. All the driver has to do is keep the key on his person.
Keys, doors, bonnet 71 If the brake or clutch pedal is depressed, the engine can be started right away with a single press on the Start/Stop button. Releasing the Start/Stop button interrupts the starting procedure. The engine and the ignition are switched off by pressing the Start/Stop button again. The vehicle must be stationary. The immobiliser is activated at the same time.
72 Keys, doors, bonnet If the control indicator 0 is permanently on, an error has occurred in the system. Lock or unlock vehicle using the radio remote control or the emergency key if necessary – page 80, or try using the spare key. The radio remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. This range can be affected by outside influences. Aim the remote control at the vehicle to operate.
Keys, doors, bonnet Emergency operation If the Open&Start system fails or the electronic key (control indicator 0 flashes or permanently on) the driver’s door can be locked or unlocked with the emergency key in the electronic key: press locking mechanism on underside and remove cap toward the front by applying gentle pressure to the cap. Push emergency key towards the outside over the detent and remove. Only the driver’s door can be locked and unlocked using the emergency key.
74 Keys, doors, bonnet Radio remote control synchronisation The radio remote control synchronises itself automatically during every starting procedure. Replacing battery in electronic key Replace the battery immediately if the system is no longer working properly or the range of the radio remote control is reducing. The need for a battery change is indicated via InSP3 in the service display or, in vehicles with check control 3, by an appropriate message in the display – page 44.
Keys, doors, bonnet Fault in Open&Start system or radio remote control. If the central locking cannot be operated or the engine cannot be started, the cause may be one of the following: z Electronic key out of reception range, or out of range of radio remote control, z Radio remote control battery voltage too low – see previous page for instructions on how to change battery, z Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control outside the reception range (e.g.
76 Keys, doors, bonnet Central locking system For doors, boot lid/tailgate and tank flap. To unlock Remote control with mechanical key Press button q on radio remote control. To open the door, pull the handle. Open the luggage compartment by pulling the knob under the tailgate handle. Open&Start system with electronic key 3 The electronic key must be in the outer reception range of the vehicle.
Keys, doors, bonnet 77 Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3, 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from inside. Open&Start system with electronic key 3 The electronic key must be outside of the vehicle. There must not be any electronic key in the vehicle interior.
78 Keys, doors, bonnet press button p of the electronic key’s remote control again. If the ignition was on, the driver’s door must be opened and closed once so that the vehicle can be secured. All doors are secured against opening. Open&Start system with electronic key 3 All doors must be closed. The electronic key must be outside of the vehicle.
Keys, doors, bonnet Note z If the driver’s door is not closed properly, the central locking system will not lock. z To lock the doors from within (e.g. to prevent unwanted entry from outside), press central locking switch m in the centre console. z After unlocking with the key in the lock and opening the driver’s door, the entire vehicle is unlocked. z If locked via the central locking system, the doors can also be opened by pulling the inside door handles.
80 Keys, doors, bonnet Overload The power supply is cut off for a brief period if the central locking system is repeatedly operated at short intervals. The system is protected by a fuse in the fuse box – page 266. Further information on windows with electric drive – page 145. Radio remote control with mechanical key Hold button q or p on the radio remote control depressed until all windows have opened or completely closed.
Keys, doors, bonnet Luggage compartment For Astra TwinTop with open roof - after opening the driver’s door, press the central locking button m in the centre console. The vehicle will then be unlocked, provided the anti-theft locking system 3 is not engaged. Switch on the ignition to deactivate the Vauxhall alarm system 3. Emergency operation of the Open&Start system – page 73. To unlock Radio remote control with mechanical key Press button q on the remote control.
82 Keys, doors, bonnet To open: The luggage compartment is opened by operating the button beneath the handle. 9 Warning Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gas could penetrate the interior. Fitting of accessories on the tailgate will increase its weight. If it becomes too heavy, the tailgate will then not stay open. To close: Close luggage compartment using the handle on the inside of the tailgate.
Keys, doors, bonnet 83 Vauxhall alarm system 3 monitors z the doors, luggage compartment, bonnet z the passenger compartment z vehicle tilt, e.g. if it is raised, z the ignition. 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside. To activate Radio remote control with mechanical key All doors, windows, the sun roof 3 and the bonnet must be closed. Within 15 seconds of locking, press button p on the radio remote control again.
84 Keys, doors, bonnet 4. Switch on Vauxhall alarm system. LED illuminates. After approx. 10 seconds the system is activated, without monitoring of the passenger compartment or vehicle tilt. LED flashes until system is switched off. For Astra TwinTop, passenger compartment monitoring is deactivated if the roof is open to prevent false alarms.
Keys, doors, bonnet 85 In the event of a fault in the radio remote control or the Open&Start system, open the vehicle as described on page 80. If the alarm is triggered when the driver’s door is opened, deactivate the Vauxhall alarm system by switching on the ignition. Note Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could impair the function of passenger compartment monitoring.
86 Keys, doors, bonnet Child safety locks 3 9 Warning Use the child safety lock whenever children are occupying the rear seats. Disregard may lead to injuries or endanger life. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. Using key or screwdriver, turn knob on rear door lock from the vertical position: door cannot be opened from inside. Bonnet The bonnet is held open automatically 3. To open the bonnet, pull the release lever located on the driver’s side below the instrument panel.
Seats, Interior Seats, Interior Head restraints .................................... Armrest 3 at driver’s seat ................... Adjusting the rear row of seats 3 ...... Armrest 3 in the rear backrest ........... Luggage compartment enlargement, Hatch ................................................. Luggage compartment enlargement, Estate without adjustable rear row of seats .............................................. Luggage compartment enlargement, Estate with adjustable rear row of seats ........
88 Seats, Interior Push passenger seat as far back as possible. The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back (recommended tilting angle approx. 25 °). 9 Warning Failure to observe the descriptions could lead to injuries which could be fatal. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly before starting off. Head restraints The middle of the head restraint should be at eye level.
Seats, Interior To adjust the centre rear head restraint 3, Hatch and Estate To adjust, pull the head restraint up or press the catch to release. Then push the head restraint down. To fold down the backrest – page 91 or improve visibility when the centre rear seat is not occupied, remove the head restraint or push it all the way down. If the seat is occupied, set height according to body size.
90 Seats, Interior Armrest 3 at driver’s seat Adjusting the rear row of seats 3 Armrest 3 in the rear backrest Push raised armrest backward against resistance and fold down. Pull the handle below the seat the slide the seat bench to the desired position. Fold down the armrest, pulling the strap obliquely down (45°). The armrest can be moved to different positions in stages by lifting it. Release the handle and engage the seat bench.
Seats, Interior Astra TwinTop Pull the armrest by the strap, pivot it down and position on the sit with the flat side up. The armrest is held in place on the backrest with a retaining strap. To fully remove the armrest, disengage the bracket at the retaining strap. A flap located behind the armrest facilitates transport of long, narrow objects – page 97. Luggage compartment enlargement, Hatch Folding the backrest Pushing rear head restraints all the way down or remove – page 88.
92 Seats, Interior Restoring backrest to an upright position Guide the seat belt through the side bracket to protect against damage. Restore the backrest to an upright position and audibly engage. The three-point seat belt for the centre rear seat can only be pulled from its inertia reel if the backrest is properly engaged. Notes on loading – page 106.
Seats, Interior Remove the outer rear head restraints. Push the centre head restraint all the way down – page 88. Stow the removed head restraints in the cavity below the raised seat cushions. Disengage the backrest (single or split) using the pushbutton, fold it forward and engage. 93 Fold down centre backrest 3 Push head restraint all the way down – page 89. Disengage backrest using handle and fold onto seat cushion. If the seat cushion is raised, fold it forward until it engages.
94 Seats, Interior Restoring the backrests or seat cushions 3 to their original position Guide the seat belt through the side bracket to protect against damage. Raised seat cushions : Insert and adjust head restraints in backrests – pages 5, 88. Fold back seat cushions, making sure the belt buckles are properly positioned. To restore the backrest to an upright position, fold up, pressing the button on the backrest. Audibly engage the backrest in an upright position.
Seats, Interior Raise the seat cushion and fold the backrest Lift rear seat cushions forward, single or split. Detach the hooks of the luggage compartment cover from the head restraints – page 99. Remove the outer rear head restraints. Push the centre head restraint all the way down – page 88. Stow the removed head restraints in the cavity below the raised seat cushions. Disengage the backrest (single or split) using the sliders, fold it forward and engage.
96 Seats, Interior Loading option behind the armrest in the rear seat backrest 3 Fold down the armrest, pulling the strap obliquely down (45°). Restoring the backrests or seat cushions 3 to their original position Guide the seat belts through the side brackets to protect against damage. Raised seat cushions : Insert and adjust head restraints in backrests – pages 5, 88. Fold back seat cushions, making sure the belt buckles are properly positioned. Pull the handle and fold down the cover.
Seats, Interior Extending the luggage compartment, Astra TwinTop Loading area between rear seats Pull out the armrest by the strap. The armrest is held in place on the backrest with a retaining strap. To fully remove the armrest, disengage the bracket at the retaining strap. Pull the handle and fold down the cover. 9 Warning The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, the handbrake or the gears or restrict the driver’s freedom of movement. Do not place loose objects in the interior.
98 Seats, Interior Luggage compartment cover Estate To open: Press handle on luggage compartment cover down. The cover automatically unrolls. Hatch To remove, unhook the retaining straps from the tailgate. Pull cover from the side guides. Fit in reverse order. 6 To close: Press handle on luggage compartment cover rearwards; the cover automatically engages in its end position. Do not place any heavy or sharp-edged objects on the cover.
Seats, Interior Removing Open the luggage compartment cover and detach the hooks from the head restraints. Move release lever on right side of luggage compartment cover upward. Lift right cover and remove from brackets. Fitting Insert the luggage compartment cover in the recess on the left, press the release lever on the right side upward, insert the cover in the recess on the right, engage and press the lever down. Attach the hooks on the head restraints (see Fig. 17079 T).
100 Seats, Interior Adjustable rear row of seats 3 : Extend the safety net straps by adjusting the strap at the upper fastener in the loop of the strap (see Fig. 17085 T). Attach the straps in the eyelets on the back of the right and left rear seat backrest. Install the luggage compartment cover see left column. Fitting behind front seats Raise the rear seat cushions – pages 92 and 95. Unroll the safety net. There are two brackets in the roof frame above the front seats.
Seats, Interior Removing Detach the safety net belt straps by tipping up the length adjuster. Unhook the safety net rods from the brackets in the roof frame. Roll up the net and secure with a strap. Luggage compartment grille 3, Van To transport long objects, part of the luggage compartment grille behind the passenger seat can be opened: Release passenger seat back and fold forward. Press bracket down and fold grille section up. Lock grille in open position.
102 Seats, Interior Rails and hooks in the luggage compartment 3, Estate The side walls of the luggage compartment house two rails. Insert the hooks in the desired position in the rails: insert the hook in the upper groove on the rail and press in the lower groove. Pull off the hook to remove. FlexOrganizer 3, Estate Flexible system for dividing the luggage compartment or securing loads in an Estate.
Seats, Interior Hooks and mesh pocket Insert the hooks in the desired position in the rails: insert the hook in the upper groove on the rail and press in the lower groove. The mesh pocket can be hung from the hooks. Removing Press the partition net rods together and remove from the adapters. Adapter: fold open the retainer, release the adapter from the lower groove and remove from the upper groove. Release the hooks from the rails.
104 Seats, Interior Luggage compartment blind, Astra TwinTop To open: Disengage the luggage compartment blind from the recess on the right and left. Rolls up automatically. To close: Grasp the handle, pull the blind towards the rear of the vehicle and engage in the recess on the right and left. Do not place any objects on the blind. There must be no objects outside of or on top of the luggage compartment blind when the roof is open or in the process of opening.
Seats, Interior 9 Warning Take care when operating the loading aid. Risk of injury. Make sure that nothing could be pinched. Make sure no one is in the action zone during operation. Risk of injury. This is especially important for children. Inform passengers accordingly. 105 Note z Do not place objects on or near the luggage compartment blind. z The folded roof can only be lowered when the blind is closed. Otherwise, a warning buzzer will sound three times.
106 Seats, Interior z Estate: mount the safety net 3 when transporting objects in the luggage compartment – page 99. z Estate: close the luggage compartment cover so the rear window does not reflect the objects. z If the backrests are not folded down when transporting objects in the luggage compartment, they must be engaged in their upright position 3 – pages 92, 94, 96.
Seats, Interior Cigarette lighter 3 The cigarette lighter is located under the ashtray cover. The cover opens when pressed at the point indicated. Press in cigarette lighter. Switches off automatically once the element is glowing. Pull out lighter. 107 Accessory socket 3 Some vehicles have an accessory socket for the connection of electrical accessories instead of a cigarette lighter. Use of the accessory socket while the engine is not running will discharge the battery.
108 Seats, Interior Estates have an additional accessory socket 3 in the luggage compartment. Do not damage the sockets by using unsuitable plugs. The maximum power consumption of electrical accessories must not exceed 120 watts. Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839, otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur.
Seats, Interior 109 Foldaway tables 3 on the front seat backrests. Open by pulling upward until it engages. Fold away by pressing down past the resistance point. Do not place any heavy objects on the table. Rear ashtray 3 In the rear centre console. Pull out the ashtray by pushing on one of the sides. To empty, open the ashtray, press the spring (arrow) and pull the ashtray straight out rearwards.
110 Seats, Interior Stowage compartments Glove compartment To open, pull handle upwards. The glove compartment shelf 3 can be removed: Disengage the shelf by pulling on the front edge. Refit the shelf by sliding it into the side guide strips and engage it in the rear panel by pushing. The front of the open cover houses a pen holder and a coin compartment. Cooled glove compartment 3 – page 159. Stowage compartment in front armrest 3 To open, press button and open upper part of armrest.
Safety systems Safety systems Three-stage safety system Comprising: z three-point seat belts z belt tensioners at the front seats Three-point seat belts ......................... Testing the belts .................................. Belt tensioners...................................... Using the belts ..................................... Vauxhall Full Size airbag system ....... Mounting brackets 3 for ISOFIX child restraint systems ............................... Child restraint system 3 ................
112 Safety systems 9 Warning Always wear your seat belt, and that means also in urban traffic and when you are a rear seat passenger. It can save your life! Pregnant women must always wear a seat belt – page 115. In the event of an accident, persons not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and themselves.
Safety systems 113 9 Warning Have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. The system’s integrated self-diagnostics allows faults to be quickly remedied. Have your Car Pass on hand when consulting a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Belt tensioners The front seat belts are fitted with belt tensioners. The seat belts are pulled down at the buckles on a front or rear impact above a certain severity. This tightens the belts.
114 Safety systems Note z Accessories and other objects not specifically approved for your vehicle type must not be affixed or placed within the action zone of the belt tensioners (near the belt buckles) as this could result in injury if the belt tensioners are triggered. z Do not make any modifications to the components of the belt tensioners, as this will render the vehicle unroadworthy. 9 Warning Incorrect handling (e.g.
Safety systems Using the belts Fitting seat belts Pull the belt out of the retractor and guide it across the body, making certain that it is not twisted. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. The front seat backrest must not be tilted back too far or the seat belt will not operate properly. The recommended angle of inclination is 25 °. Make sure that the lap belt is not twisted and that it fits snugly across the body. Tension the belt frequently while driving by tugging the diagonal part of the belt.
116 Safety systems Three-point seat belts on rear outer seats When not in use, pass seat belts through side holders 3 as shown in Fig. 17063 T on page 92. Three-point seat belt of centre rear seat 3 The belt can only be pulled from the inertia reel when the backrests are upright and properly engaged – page 91. Adjust height such that the belt passes over the wearer’s shoulder and rests against the shoulder. It must not pass over the neck or upper arm.
Safety systems Vauxhall Full Size airbag system The Vauxhall Full Size airbag system comprises several individual systems. Front airbag system The front airbag system will be triggered in the event of a serious accident involving a frontal impact and forms safety cushions for the driver and front passenger. The forward movement of the driver and front passenger is checked and the risk of injuries to the upper body and head thereby substantially reduced.
118 Safety systems Exception: Passenger seat with seat occupancy recognition system 3 . The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags on the passenger side 3 if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or a Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 has been fitted to the front passenger seat. Seat occupancy recognition, see page 124. Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 – page 130.
Safety systems When triggered, the front airbags inflate in milliseconds to form a safety cushion for the driver and front passenger. The forward movement of the front seat occupants is checked, thereby substantially reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head. No impairment of view will occur, because the airbags inflate and deflate so quickly that it is often not even noticed in an accident.
120 Safety systems 9 Warning Seat belts must therefore always be worn. The front airbag system serves to supplement the three-point seat belts. If you do not wear your seat belt you risk being seriously injured, or even thrown from the vehicle, in the event of an accident. In the event of an accident the belt helps to keep you in the correct seating position, so that the front airbag system can provide you with effective protection.
Safety systems 9 Warning There must be no objects in the area in which the airbag inflates or in the area between the seat backs and the vehicle body. Do not place the hands or arms on the covers of the airbag systems. Important information – page 126. The three-point seat belt must always be correctly fitted – page 115.
122 Safety systems Curtain airbag 3 The curtain airbag system is identified by the word AIRBAG on the roof pillar trim. The curtain airbag system will be triggered: The curtain airbag system comprises: z depending on the type of impact z an airbag with inflator in the roof frame on the driver’s and front passenger side respectively z the control electronics z the side impact sensors z control light for airbag systems v in instrument panel.
Safety systems 9 Warning 9 Warning There must be no objects in the area in which the airbag inflates. Do not place the hands or arms on the covers of the airbag systems. Important information – page 126. Have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. The system’s integrated self-diagnostics allows faults to be quickly remedied. Have your Car Pass on hand when consulting a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
124 Safety systems Seat occupancy recognition 3 The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags 3 for the front passenger if the front passenger seat is not occupied or a Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 is fitted on the front passenger seat. The curtain airbag system 3 remains activated. The control indicator y for seat occupancy recognition is located in the instrument panel. If the control indicator y illuminates for approx.
Safety systems Control indicator y for Vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 The presence of a Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 is indicated after the ignition has been switched on by permanent illumination of the control indicator y in the instrument panel, as soon as the seat occupancy recognition system has detected the child restraint system.
126 Safety systems Important z Do not affix or place accessories or other objects in the deployment area or the airbag systems or deployable anti-roll bars 3 as this could result in injuries if the components are triggered. z Do not place any objects between the airbag systems/anti-roll bar covers 3 and the occupants. Risk of injury. 9 Warning Never carry child restraint systems or other objects on your lap - risk of fatal injury.
Safety systems z Applicable safety directives must always be observed when disposing of the vehicle. For this reason, disposal should be performed by an authorised recycling company. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. z Persons weighing less than 35 kg should only travel on the rear seats. This does not apply to children who are travelling in child restraint systems with transponders 3.
128 Safety systems Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition are identified by a sticker on the lower panel of the front passenger seat – see Fig. 17116 T. The side airbag system3 is identified by the word AIRBAG on the outboard sides of the front seat backrests. Seat occupancy recognition 3 – page 124.
Safety systems Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition can also be identified by control indicator y in the instrument panel. If control indicator y illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle is equipped with seat occupancy recognition – page 124. The seat occupancy recognition system detects Vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 and deactivates the front and side airbag systems 3 for the front passenger seat.
130 Safety systems Child restraint system 3 The Vauxhall child restraint system is designed specifically for your Vauxhall and thus provides optimum safety for your child in the event of impact. If a different child safety seat is used, follow the manufacturers’ instructions for fitting and use. The country in which you are travelling may not permit the use of child restraint systems on certain seats. Always comply with the local or national regulations.
Safety systems B1 = Limited, only with seat occupancy recognition and Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment 3 to uppermost position. Move front passenger seat as far back as possible and move front passenger seat belt anchorage point to lowest position. B2 = Limited, only with seat occupancy recognition and Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders.
132 Safety systems Rollover protection system 3 The Astra TwinTop is equipped with rollover protection with reinforced windscreen frame and anti-roll bars behind the rear seat head restraints. Depending on the variant, the anti-roll bars are either fixed or deploy automatically in the event of an impact of a certain severity. The subsequent description only regards the variant with automatically deployed antiroll bars 3.
Safety systems Have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. 9 Warning The roof cannot be closed or opened if the anti-roll bars are extended. The antiroll bars must first be retracted. If an attempt is made to operate the roof while the anti-roll bars are extended, a continuous signal will sound as a warning. Extended anti-roll bars can be retracted (e.g. in order to close the roof after a collision).
134 Safety systems Exterior mirrors For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position if they are bumped with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing. Aspherical exterior mirror 3 increases the field of view. Estimating the distance away of vehicles following you is only possible to a limited extent because of slight distortion.
Safety systems 135 Head restraints Safety accessories 3 Do not attach objects or components that are not approved for your vehicle to the head restraints, since they can reduce the protection provided by the head restraints and could be catapulted uncontrollably through the vehicle in the event of hard braking or an accident. The wide range of Vauxhall accessories allows you to equip your vehicle as you desire.
136 Lighting Lighting Automatic dipped beam activation 3 Fog lights > 3 ..................................... Fog tail light r .................................... Turn signals, hazard warning flashers Reversing lights.................................... Headlight range adjustment ? .......... Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 (AFL) .. Door-to-door light function ................ Parking lights 3 ................................... Instrument illumination , Information display illumination.....................
Lighting 137 Fog tail light r On = Off = Press r r illuminates in instrument panel Press r again or switch ignition or light off The fog tail light can only be switched on both the ignition and dipped beam/ parking lights are on. The vehicle fog tail light are deactivated when towing. Turn signals, hazard warning flashers Automatic dipped beam activation 3 Light switch to AUTO : Dipped beam comes on automatically when the engine is running if outside light conditions warrant such.
138 Lighting Vehicles without level control system z Front seats occupied = 0 z All seats occupied = 1 z All seats occupied and luggage compartment load =2 z Driver’s seat occupied and luggage compartment load =3 Vehicles with level control system Headlight range adjustment ? Manual headlight range adjustment 3 With dipped beam switched on, adjust headlight range in four steps to suit vehicle load. Turn wheel against resistance and click it to the required position.
Lighting Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 (AFL) improves lighting in curves (curve lighting) on vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlight system. 139 Curve lighting The Xenon light beam pivots based on steering wheel position and speed (from approx. 6 mph /10 km/h). Control indicator B for adaptive driving lights Illuminated: Fault in system. The system is not ready for operation. The headlights shine at an angle of up to 15 ° to the right or left of the direction of travel.
140 Lighting Door-to-door light function Dipped beam and reversing lights 3 light for around 30 seconds after the driver exits the vehicle and closes his door. Parking lights 3 The front parking light and tail light of one side of the vehicle can be activated when parking: To activate 1. Switch off ignition. 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO 3, 2. Remove ignition key. 3. 3. Move turn signal stalk all the way up (right parking light) or down (left parking light). 3. Open driver’s door. 4.
Lighting Courtesy light Automatic interior light Comes on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked with the radio remote control, when a door is opened or when the key is removed from the starter switch after the ignition is switched off. Goes off automatically after a delay when the doors are closed or immediately when the ignition is switched on or the doors are locked.
142 Lighting Entry lighting 3 After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument and switch lighting come on for a few seconds. Door handle lighting 3 When the exterior lights are on, the interior front door handles are illuminated. Illuminated mirror in the sun visors 3 The lighting switches on when the cover is opened. Glove compartment lighting on when lid is open. Cigarette lighter and ashtray illumination 3 Comes on when ignition is switched on.
Windows, Sun Roof Windows, Sun Roof 143 9 Warning Take care when operating the electric windows 3 and the sun roof 3. Risk of injury, particularly to children. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. If there are children on the rear seat, switch on the child safety system 3 for the electric windows. Electric windows 3............................... 143 Panoramic windscreen 3 .................... 146 Sun roof 3 ............................................
144 Windows, Sun Roof Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and the window opened again.
Windows, Sun Roof 145 Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated at short intervals, the power supply is briefly cut off. The system is protected by fuses in the fuse box – page 266. Fault The windows cannot be automatically opened or closed. Activate electronic windows as follows: 1. Close doors. 2. Switch on ignition.
146 Windows, Sun Roof Panoramic windscreen 3 Open the roof lining Turn the handle to the right and move the roof lining rearward to a suitable position. Close the roof lining Move the roof lining forward to a suitable position. When moved all the way forward, the roof lining engages in position. Note Close the sun visors before sliding the roof lining. Sun roof 3 Operated via rocker switches in the roof console when the ignition is switched on. For incremental operation, briefly press the button.
Windows, Sun Roof 147 Note z If the top of the roof is wet, raise roof, allow water to run off and then open roof. To raise: When the roof is closed, press button ü. The roof is tilted in the rear. To open: Press button ü again from the tilted position. The roof opens to its stop. z When using a roof rack, check the clearance of the sun roof to avoid damage. To close: Press button d . For reasons of safety, the roof closes from its open position to approx. 20 cm.
148 TwinTop TwinTop With TwinTop, a convertible hardtop, Astra unites the benefits of a coupe with those of a convertible. 9 Warning Take care when operating the convertible hardtop. Risk of injury. Monitor the action zone above, to the side and to the rear of the vehicle during roof operation. Make sure that nothing could become pinched. TwinTop................................................ Rollover protection system ................. Luggage compartment....................... Wind deflector 3......
TwinTop To open the roof There must be no objects in front of the rear window or in the pivot area of the roof and boot lid. Hold button > in the roof console depressed until the roof is completely open and the boot lid is closed. An acoustic signal sounds at the end of the opening procedure. Open the door windows slightly before opening the roof. If button > is pressed again after the acoustic signal sounds, the door windows will close.
150 TwinTop Indicator and warning buzzers z Indicator buzzer upon completed opening or closing of the convertible hardtop. z Indicator buzzer upon completed raising or lowering of the electric luggage compartment loading aid. z Gong tone if the boot lid is not closed during roof operation. z Gong tone if the boot lid is not fully opening during operation of the luggage compartment loading aid. With the vehicle stopped, the roof can be closed using the radio remote control 3 . Lock the vehicle.
TwinTop Note z Do not open the luggage compartment until the acoustic signal indicating the end of the roof opening or closing procedure has sounded. z The luggage compartment blind must always be closed during roof operation. z There must be no one at the covers behind the rear head restraints. z There must be no objects in the pivot area or the roof or on the covers behind the rear head restraints. z The roof can only be operated at temperatures above –20 °C.
152 TwinTop Rollover protection system To optimise safety in the event of a rollover, the Astra TwinTop is equipped with reinforced windscreen frame and antiroll bars behind the rear sat head restraints. The anti-roll bars are fixed or deployable depending on vehicle variant. Fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the vehicle bodywork. Deployable anti-roll bars 3 are located between the rear head restraints and the boot lid in such a way that they are out of sight.
TwinTop 153 Blockage of boot lid on closure 3 To avoid damage to the open roof, boot lid or load, the boot lid can only be closed if the electric load aid is in the lower end position – page 104. Luggage compartment The roof can only be opened if the load in the luggage compartment does not exceed the height of the luggage compartment blind or protrude sideways. The load height marked in the figure must not be exceeded.
154 TwinTop Wind deflector 3 With the wind deflector installed turbulence, draughts and noise in the passenger compartment are reduced when the roof is open. The rear seats cannot be occupied when the wind deflector is in place. Do not place any objects on the wind deflector. With tyre repair set 3 , the wind deflector is folded down into a storage compartment 3 in the luggage compartment below the loading floor cover.
TwinTop Join together the unfolded ends of the wind deflector: press in the pin at the slider, guide the hinge over the pin and release the slider so that the pin engages in the hinge. Insert the guide clips of the wind deflector in the seat belt recesses between the rear head restraints. 155 Pull the toggle of the right and left locking pin and turn to lock. Straighten out the wind deflector, turn the toggle back and engage the locking pin in the recess in the side trim.
156 TwinTop Removing Removal in reverse order, store wind deflector fully folded in the luggage compartment: for tyre repair set 3, in the compartment below the loading floor cover. - for version with spare wheel 3, place in the luggage compartment. The wind deflector can be folded back when not in use. If the wind deflector is folded and the rear seats are unoccupied, the wind deflector can remain mounted in the vehicle when the roof is closed.
Climate control Climate control Air vents ............................................... Cooled glove compartment 3 ............ Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors 3 ............................................ Heated seats 3 .................................... Heating and ventilation system ......... Air conditioning system 3................... Automatic air conditioning system 3 Electronic climate control system 3 ... Air intake .............................................. Pollen filter ...
158 Climate control The set values appear on the information display. Electronic climate control system – page 171. Automatic air conditioning system 3 Electronic climate control system 3 Provides a comfortable interior regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle interior regardless of the conditions outside. When an interior temperature is set with the temperature control, the temperature and amount of inflowing air are automatically regulated.
Climate control Air vents Pleasant ventilation to the interior controlled by the position of the temperature switch. To increase the air supply, turn the fan all the way up and set the air distribution switch to M or L. Centre and side air vents (1) Vents open: Vertical knurled wheel down. Adjust the flow of air by turning the horizontal knurled wheel. To close the vent, turn the vertical adjuster wheel fully up. The symbol 0 appears. The slats of the vent remain open although the air supply is closed.
160 Climate control Heating works with the engine running and is switched off automatically after around 15 minutes. Astra TwinTop: The headed rear window and heated exterior mirrors 3 are deactivated when the roof is open. Vehicles with diesel particle filter 3 : the heated rear window is automatically switched on during particle filter cleaning.
Climate control Heating and ventilation system Left-hand rotary switch: Air distribution L to head area via adjustable air vents and to foot well M to headroom via adjustable air vents l To the windscreen and front door windows J to the windscreen, front door windows, to foot well K to foot well Intermediate settings are possible. Open the air vents when the switch is set to L or M.
162 Climate control Heating The amount of heat is dependent on the coolant temperature and is thus not fully attained until the engine is warm. The comfort and general well-being of the vehicle occupants are to a large extent dependent on a suitable ventilation and heating setting. For rapid warming of the passenger compartment: z Set air distribution switch to desired position, preferably position J – page 161.
Climate control 163 z Set fan to 3 or 4, z Activate heated rear window Ü, z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. z For simultaneous footwell heating, set air distribution switch to J. Heating the foot well z Set air distribution switch to K, z Set the temperature switch in the righthand zone. z Switch on fan. Demisting and defrosting windows 9 Warning Failure to follow the instructions could lead to misted or icy windows and accidents stemming from impaired visibility.
164 Climate control Air conditioning system 3 As a supplement to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) inflowing air. If cooling or dehumidification is not desired, switch off cooling in order to save fuel. Cooling switches off automatically at low outside temperatures. Cooling n Operate only with the engine on and the fan running: Press On= n Press off= n again Control indicator in button.
Climate control 165 The air recirculation system minimises the entry of outside air. The humidity increases, and the windows can mist up. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. Air distribution to l : the air recirculation system is automatically switched off to speed up window demisting and prevent fogging. Comfort setting z Set cooling n as desired. z Air recirculation system 4 off. z Set air distribution switch to M or L.
166 Climate control z Cooling n on. z Move air distribution switch to I. z Turn the temperature switch clockwise. z Set fan to 4, z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. z Activate heated rear window Ü, z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the side windows. Window demisting and de-icing 9 Warning Failure to follow the instructions could lead to misted or icy windows and accidents stemming from impaired visibility. Misted or icy windows, e. g.
Climate control Automatic mode Basic setting for maximum comfort: z Set fan switch to A Air distribution setting L to head area via adjustable air vents and to foot well 167 Temperature preset Set the rotary switch to a value between 17 °C and 27 °C. Intermediate settings are possible. M to headroom via adjustable air vents l To the windscreen and front door windows For reasons of comfort, temperature can only be changed in small increments.
168 Climate control Air flow setting 1 - 4 Manual fan speed setting. Intermediate settings are possible. A Automatic control of fan speed x Fan off Fan speed is regulated to provide the rate of air flow necessary to maintain the preselected temperature. Select automatic mode for the highest level of comfort. When the fan is off, the air conditioning compressor is also off.
Climate control Heating The amount of heat is dependent on the coolant temperature and is thus not fully attained until the engine is warm. For rapid warming of the passenger compartment: z Set the air distribution switch to the desired position – page 161. z Set the centre rotary switch to the desired temperature. We recommend a value of about 22 °C. Ventilation z For maximum ventilation in head area: set air distribution switch to M and open all vents.
170 Climate control z Set temperature to maximum heating, i.e. turn the centre rotary switch all the way to the right (28 °C). z Switch on heated rear window U. Operation with cooling (air conditioning compressor) is not possible when outside temperatures are low. To switch off, press button V again; the automatic air conditioning system will operate at the settings selected previously. Maximum cooling for very hot interior Open windows and sun roof 3 briefly so that warm air can escape rapidly.
Climate control 171 Electronic climate control system 3 Provides a the greatest amount of comfort in the interior regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle, the temperature of the inflowing air, the air-flow rate and the air distribution are changed automatically according to climatic conditions outside the vehicle. Temperature changes due to external influences, such as direct sunlight, are automatically compensated.
172 Climate control Switching off the AC compressor (Eco appears in display) can reduce comfort and affect safety – page 174. Automatic air recirculation mode 3 The ventilation system is set to recirculation mode and interior air is recirculated. All air vents are actuated automatically in automatic mode. The air vents should therefore always be open – page 159.
Climate control Temperature preset The left rotary knob can be used to set temperatures between 16 °C and 28 °C. For reasons of comfort, temperature can only be changed in small increments. Climate Air distribut. AC 173 Air distribut. Autom. blower Auto. recirc Vehicles with Quickheat 3 : depending on the outside temperature and the engine temperature the passenger compartment is heated up more quickly using an auxiliary electric heater. The auxiliary electric heater switches itself on automatically.
174 Climate control The air flow can be increased or decreased by turning the right knob. To return to automatic mode: press button V or AUTO. Heated rear window – page 160. Window demisting and de-icing 9 Warning Failure to follow the instructions could lead to misted or icy windows and accidents stemming from impaired visibility. Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp weather, damp clothing or low outside temperatures: Press V button. V appears in display: control indicator in button illuminates.
Climate control Air distribut. 175 Automatic blower Strong Normal Weak Air distribution Press the centre knob. The possible air distribution settings appear one after another in the display. Air flow Turn right knob right or left. The selected fan speed in indicated with x and the number in the display. Air distribution can also be set in the Air distribut. menu: At speed 0 both the fan and cooling (air conditioning compressor) are switched off. Up To return to automatic mode: Press AUTO button.
176 Climate control Climate Air distribut. AC Autom. blower Auto. recirc Automatic recirculation air control at bad outside air Residual air conditioning on Switching automatic recirculation 3 on or off The automatic air recirculation system has an air quality sensor to detect harmful gases in the outside air, in which case it will switch automatically to recirculation.
Climate control Note Maintenance If the windscreen mists up during damp weather, temporarily set the system as described under "Demisting and defrosting the windows" – pages 163, 166 or 174. In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, the air conditioning compressor 3 must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. The climate control system, if present, handles this automatically while driving.
178 Easytronic Easytronic Easytronic 3 The semi-automatic Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic gear shifting (automatic mode), both with automatic clutch control. 9 Warning Disregard of these instructions may lead to injuries or endanger life. Transmission display ........................... Starting the engine.............................. Easytronic operation via the selector lever.................................................... Move selector lever toward N...........
Easytronic 179 There is no need to select neutral before starting the engine. If a gear is engaged, the transmission automatically switches to neutral (N) before the engine starts when the foot brake is operated. This can lead to a slight delay in the starting process. Starting the engine When starting the engine, press the foot brake at the same time. The engine can only be started with the foot brake pressed. The gear display shows "N".
180 Easytronic It is also possible to start off without depressing the foot brake if the accelerator pedal is operated directly after movement of the selector lever. If there is no immediate acceleration or the foot brake is not depressed, no gear is engaged and "A" flashes. After a few seconds, the display resumes showing "N". Start off by repeating the previously described procedure. In Automatic mode, selection of other gears is automatic irrespective of driving conditions.
Easytronic If the vehicle is in automatic mode, on movement of the selector lever to + or Easytronic shifts to manual mode and changes up or down. "M" and the currently engaged gear appear in the transmission display. Move selector lever toward R Reverse gear. Engage only when vehicle is stationary. Depress the foot brake, release the hand brake and move the selector lever to R. Reverse gear is engaged. "R" appears in the transmission display. The vehicle begins to "creep" when the foot brake is released.
182 Easytronic If the Winter programme is activated, SPORT mode is deactivated. If the vehicle is switched to manual mode while the winter programme is active, the winter programme is interrupted. The winter programme resumes upon return to automatic mode. Winter programme T Kickdown In the event of difficulties starting off on slippery roads, press button T ("A", currently engaged gear and T appear in the transmission display).
Easytronic When the engine speed approaches its upper limit, the transmission shifts to a higher gear during kickdown even in Manual mode. Without kickdown this automatic shift is not effected in Manual mode. If SPORT mode is engaged, the drive wheels may spin slightly when starting off with kickdown. This allows for maximum acceleration of the vehicle.
184 Easytronic Stopping the vehicle Vehicle storage In Automatic or Manual mode, when the vehicle has stopped first gear (with Winter mode engaged, second gear) is engaged automatically and the clutch released. In R reverse remains engaged. Before leaving the vehicle: z engage hand brake z Remove the ignition key or, with the Open&Start system 3, remove the electronic key from the vehicle.
Easytronic If the interruption of power supply was not caused by a discharged battery, consult a workshop. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. If the vehicle must be moved out of the flow of traffic, disengage the clutch on vehicles with 5-speed Easytronic. Disengaging the clutch is not possible on vehicles with 6-speed Easytronic 3. The vehicle must be moved. Raise the vehicle by the front axle when towing.
186 Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Selector lever positions P, R, N and D Gears 3, 2, 1 ......................................... Electronically controlled driving programmes ...................................... Winter programme T ......................... Kickdown .............................................. Engine braking..................................... "Rocking the car" ................................. Manoeuvring the vehicle..................... Stopping the vehicle..........
Automatic transmission The selector lever can only be moved from P when the ignition is switched on and the foot brake depressed (selector lever lock). To engage P or R, push button on selector lever. The engine can only be started with lever in position P or N . When position N is selected, press foot brake or engage hand brake before starting. Do not accelerate during the selection procedure. Selector lever positions P, R, N and D P Park position. Front wheels locked.
188 Automatic transmission z Automatic neutral shift function automatically sets the transmission to N to reduce fuel consumption, e.g. at traffic lights. The automatic neutral is activated when: – the selector lever is in automatic mode 3, – the selector lever is in position 3, 2 or 1, – the foot brake is depressed, – the vehicle is stationary, Electronically controlled driving programmes z When SPORT mode is engaged, the transmission shifts at higher engine speeds (unless cruise control is on).
Automatic transmission 189 Engine braking In order to utilise the engine braking effect when driving downhill, select drive range 3, 2 or, if necessary, 1 in good time. The braking action is most effective in drive range 1 . If drive range 1 is selected at too high a speed, the transmission remains in second gear until the shift point for first gear is reached, e.g. as a result of deceleration.
190 Automatic transmission Stopping the vehicle The selector lever can be left in the chosen gear with the engine running. When stopping on gradients engage hand brake or depress brake pedal. To prevent overheating of the transmission, do not increase engine revolutions to ensure smooth idling while standing if a gear has been selected. Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level crossings.
Automatic transmission 191 The transmission no longer shifts automatically. Vehicle can continue to be driven. Second gear is not available. Forward gears 1, 3 and 4 must be shifted manually using selector lever: 1 = 2 = 3, D = 1st gear 3rd gear 4th gear Interruption of power supply If the vehicle battery is flat, the selector lever cannot be moved out of position P. 3. Push the yellow catch forward with a screwdriver and move the selector lever out of P.
192 Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect Transmission display ........................... Selector lever settings P, R, N and D (automatic mode) ............................. ActiveSelect (manual mode) .............. Electronically controlled driving programmes ...................................... Winter programme T ......................... Kickdown .............................................. Engine braking.....................................
Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect 193 The selector lever can only be moved out of position P or N with the ignition switched on and the foot brake applied (selector lever lock). In selector lever position N the selector lever lock is activated after a delay and only if the vehicle is stationary. Transmission display Display of mode or selected gear in left position of transmission display.
194 Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect If the engine revs are too low the transmission automatically shifts to a lower gear, but not unless a certain speed has been reached. No automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high engine revs. For safety reasons, kickdown is also available in manual mode – page 196. The selected gear is displayed in the transmission display – page 193.
Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect z Automatic neutral shift function automatically sets the transmission to N to reduce fuel consumption, e.g. at traffic lights.
196 Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect To deactivate The winter program is switched off by: z pressing button T again, z changing to manual mode, z turning off the ignition. In order to prevent damage, the winter program switches off automatically at high transmission oil temperatures. Winter programme T Kickdown Press button T if you are having problems starting off on a slippery road surface.
Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect Engine braking "Rocking the car" The automatic transmission automatically selects the driving programs with the best possible braking effect. If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole, move the selector lever from D to R in a repeat pattern while simultaneously applying light pressure to the accelerator pedal. Do not race the engine and avoid sudden acceleration.
198 Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect Stopping the vehicle The selector lever can be left in the chosen gear with the engine running. When stopping on gradients engage hand brake or depress brake pedal. To prevent overheating of the transmission, do not increase engine revolutions to ensure smooth idling while standing if a gear has been selected. Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level crossings. Before leaving the vehicle, first apply the hand brake.
Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect 199 2nd gear and the highest gear can be selected in manual mode. Depending on the nature of the problem, only the highest gear may be available. Only the highest gear is available in D in automatic mode. Interruption of power supply If the vehicle battery is flat, the selector lever cannot be moved out of position P or N. If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using jump leads – page 248. If the battery is not the cause of the fault, release selector lever: 1.
200 Driving hints Driving hints The first 600 miles / 1000 km Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do not use full throttle. Never allow the engine to labour at low revs. Make good use of all gears. Depress the accelerator pedal a maximum of around three quarters of the available pedal travel in all gears. Do not drive faster than three quarters of maximum speed. Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first 120 miles (200 km).
Driving hints Vehicles with turbocharged engine After running at high engine speeds or high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds before switching off in order to protect the turbocharger. Save energy – more miles Please observe the running-in hints on the previous page and the tips for saving energy on the following pages. Good, technically correct and economical driving ensures maximum durability and performance for your vehicle.
202 Saving fuel, Protecting the environment Saving fuel, Protecting the environment End-of-life vehicle recovery For detailed information on Vauxhall’s on-going commitment to achieving an environmentally sustainable future, including; design for recycling, take back of End-of-Life Vehicle (ELVs) and the recycling of ELVs, view www.vauxhall.co.uk/recycling for details.
Saving fuel, Protecting the environment Overrun z The fuel supply is automatically shut off during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is being driven down long gradients or when braking – page 201. z To enable the overrun cut-off to come into action and save fuel, do not accelerate or declutch during overrun. Correct gear selection z High revs increase engine wear and fuel consumption. z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at high engine speeds. Making use of the tachometer helps to save fuel.
204 Fuel consumption, fuel, refuelling Fuel consumption, fuel, refuelling Fuel consumption Fuel consumption is determined under specific driving conditions – page 319. Special equipment increases the weight of the vehicle. As a result, they can increase fuel consumption and reduce the specified maximum speed. For the first few thousand miles, friction between the engine and transmission components is higher. This increases fuel consumption. Fuel for petrol engines Fuel for diesel engines...............
Fuel consumption, fuel, refuelling Fuel for diesel engines Fuel filler cap Diesel engines must be operated only on commercially available diesel fuel meeting the specifications of DIN EN 590. If replacing the fuel filler cap, be sure to use a genuine Vauxhall fuel filler cap for your model to ensure full functionality. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps.
206 Fuel consumption, fuel, refuelling Correct filling depends to a large extent on proper operation of the fuel dispensing pump: 9 Warning Fuel is flammable and explosive. avoid naked flames or sparks when handling fuel or just in its vicinity. Do not smoke. This also applies where fuel is perceptible only from its characteristic odour. If fuel odours occur in the vehicle itself, eliminate the cause immediately. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. 1.
Catalytic converter, exhaust gases Catalytic converter, exhaust gases Damage to the catalytic converter or the vehicle may result if the following points are not observed: z Consult a workshop, such as your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, as quickly as possible in the event of misfiring, irregular engine running following a cold start, a significant loss of engine power or other unusual malfunctions which may indicate a fault in the ignition system.
208 Catalytic converter, exhaust gases z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic converter, this may result in overheating and irreparable damage to the catalytic converter. You should therefore avoid unnecessarily long use of the starter when starting off, running the tank dry (an irregular fuel supply will lead to overheating) and starting the engine by pushing or towing. z If the emission control indicator Z flashes, slow down until the flashing stops and the control indicator is steady.
Catalytic converter, exhaust gases 209 Flashing with the engine running indicates a fault that may damage the catalytic converter. You can continue to drive without causing damage by slowing down until the flashing stops and the control indicator is steady. Consult a workshop immediately. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
210 Catalytic converter, exhaust gases If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it is of no significance. Illumination of A could indicate the presence of water in the diesel fuel filter 3 . A text message will appear in the service display at the same time, – page 44. Have the fuel filter checked for moisture. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. If it flashes after the ignition is switched on, there is a fault in the immobiliser system.
Catalytic converter, exhaust gases Diesel particle filter 3 The diesel particle filter system contains a self-cleaning function at certain intervals. The filter is cleaned by burning soot particles. The amount of noise and fumes that is generated is normal. The heated rear window is automatically switched on for the duration of the selfcleaning 3. Maintenance Have all maintenance work carried out at the intervals specified by Vauxhall.
212 Drive Control Systems Drive Control Systems Interactive Driving System (IDS+) 3 IDS+ unites the sensors and control units of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP ®Plus ), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Continuous Damping Control (CDC). This provides both excellent driving dynamics and greater safety. Electronic Stability Program (ESP®Plus ) 3 Interactive Driving System .................. Electronic Stability Program ............... Continuous Damping Control 3 ......... SPORT mode 3 ............
Drive Control Systems 213 Illuminates while driving The system is switched off or a fault is present. Continued driving is possible. The driving stability can however deteriorate depending on road surface conditions. Reactivate ESP®Plus or have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. The system’s integrated selfdiagnostics allow faults to be quickly remedied. Control indicator v Illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
214 Drive Control Systems Continuous Damping Control 3 (CDC) SPORT mode 3 SPORT mode is used to change damping 3, steering 3 , throttle application 3 and the shift point for automatic transmission 3 and Easytronic 3 while driving. CDC adapts vehicle damping to the current driving situation and road conditions. The system continually monitors wheel and vehicle movements and immediately modifies the damping of each shock absorber.
Drive Control Systems 215 To deactivate Briefly press the SPORT button again or switch off the ignition. The LED in the button goes out. Holding it pressed switches off ESP ®Plus – page 213. SPORT mode remains engaged. SPORT mode is deactivated if the Winter programme 3 is switched on (vehicles with automatic transmission 3 or Easytronic 3). Winter programme – pages 182, 189, 196. To activate Press the SPORT button. The LED in the button illuminates.
216 Drive Control Systems Cruise control 3 Cruise control can store and maintain speeds between 20 mph (30 km/h) and 125 mph (200 km/h). Deviation from the stored speed may occur when driving up or downhill. For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be activated until the foot brake has been operated once. Cruise control is operated with buttons m, g , and § on the turn signal stalk. Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant speed (e.g.
Drive Control Systems Increase With cruise control active, hold down button m or briefly press it repeatedly: speed is increased continuously or in steps of 1.2 mph (2 km/h) without using the accelerator pedal. To deactivate Briefly press button §: Cruise control is switched off, control indicator m goes out and the vehicle slowly decelerates. To continue driving, depress the accelerator pedal in the usual manner. When button m is released the current speed is stored and maintained.
218 Drive Control Systems If the vehicle approaches an obstacle when reversing, a series of signals can be heard in the vehicle interior. The interval between the signals becomes shorter as the distance is reduced. If the distance is less than 30 cm, the signal will be continuous. 9 Warning Parking distance sensor 3 Parking distance sensor makes reverse parking easier by measuring the distance between the vehicle and an obstacle in the rear, and giving an acoustic signal in the passenger compartment.
Drive Control Systems 219 If it flashes The fault is due to sensors obstructed with snow or ice. The sensors must be undamaged and free of dirt, snow and ice. Caravan/trailer towing equipment 3, caravan/trailer towing The system automatically detects if a towbar is properly fitted to the vehicle. Interference due to external sources of ultra sound (e.g. pneumatic drills, rotary machines). Once the source of interference is removed, the system will operate normally.
220 Drive Control Systems The vehicle is automatically raised at the rear, increasing the spring travel and ground clearance. The automatic level control system is activated after approx. 2 miles (3 km), depending on the vehicle loading and the nature of the road surface. Headlight range adjustment – page 138. In the event of malfunctions, do not utilise the vehicle’s full load capacity. Have the cause remedied without delay. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Drive Control Systems 221 Control indicator w If control indicator w illuminates red while driving, there is a loss of pressure. Stop immediately and check tyre pressures. A maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) is permitted for run-flat tyres 3. Observe the information on page 235. If control indicator w illuminates yellow, there is a fault in the system. Have the cause of the fault remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
222 Drive Control Systems Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 The tyre pressure monitoring system continually checks the pressure and speed of all four wheels while driving. A pressure sensor is integrated in each wheel. Once a minute, the pressure of each tyre is sent to a control unit, where it is compared. If the system detects one or more pressure differences, a message appears on the information display.
Drive Control Systems Navi active Navi active Tyre pressure Attention! check rear leftturn (value in bar) Front left tyre pressure loss (value in bar) OK A graphic 3 indicating the left rear tyre is shown together with the current tyre pressure: Slight pressure deviation. Reduce speed. Check pressure at next opportunity with appropriate gauge and correct if necessary. On the colour information display this report will appear in yellow.
224 Drive Control Systems General information The spare wheel/temporary spare is not equipped with a pressure sensor. The tyre pressure monitoring system is not operational if the spare wheel/temporary spare is in use. Control indicator w illuminates yellow –.– appears in the display of tyre pressures. Tyre pressure is monitored by the deflation detection system – page 221. Control indicator w If control indicator w illuminates yellow while driving, there is a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system.
Drive Control Systems Sensors for the tyre pressure monitoring system can be retrofitted. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. When manually checking tyre pressure with a pressure gauge, screw the adapter onto the valve. Tyre pressure – page 333. The tyre pressure monitoring system valve cores and sealing rings must be replaced each time the tyres are changed. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
226 Brakes Brakes Brake system The brakes are an important factor for traffic safety. To improve effectiveness, do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first 125 miles (200 km) after new brake pads have been fitted. Brake pad wear must not exceed a specified limit. Regular maintenance as detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore of the utmost importance for traffic safety. Brake system........................................ 226 Anti-lock brake system (ABS u)........
Brakes Foot brake The foot brake comprises two independent brake circuits. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake circuit. If this occurs, however, the brake pedal must be depressed quite far using considerable force before braking effect occurs. The distance required for braking will be greater. Consult a workshop before continuing your journey. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
228 Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS u) ABS continually monitors the brake system and prevents the wheels from locking regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. Brake system control indicator R The control indicator illuminates when the ignition is switched on if the hand brake is applied or if the brake or clutch fluid level is too low. Brake fluid - page 302.
Brakes Fault 9 Warning If there is a fault in ABS, the wheels may be subject to locking due to braking that is heavier than normal. The advantages of ABS are no longer operational. The vehicle can no longer be steered and may swerve. You can continue driving, provided you drive with care and anticipation. Control indicator u for ABS It comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is ready for operation when the control indicator goes out.
230 Wheels, tyres Wheels, tyres Tyres See page 333 for suitable tyres and restrictions. Tyres fitted in the factory are adapted to the chassis and provide optimum driving comfort and safety. Changing tyre/wheel type Before switching to different tyres or wheels, seek advice on the technical possibilities. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who will be able to advise you of any necessary modifications. Tyres .....................................................
Wheels, tyres Fitting new tyres Fit tyres in pairs or in sets, which is even better. Ensure that tyres on one axle are z the same size z the same design z the same make z and have the same tread pattern. Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling direction is indicated by a symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall. Tyres fitted opposing the rolling direction (e.g. when a tyre is changed) should be refitted as soon as possible.
232 Wheels, tyres Tyre pressure Check tyre pressure, including the spare wheel, at least every 14 days and prior to any long journey; the tyres should be checked when cold. Don’t forget to check the spare 3. Use the valve cap key to make unscrewing the valve caps easier. The key is located on the inside of the tank flap. In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3 there is an adapter in the valve cap key. Screw adapter to valve before attaching tyre pressure gauge – page 222.
Wheels, tyres Hidden tyre damage is not eliminated by adjusting the inflation pressure. 233 Check tyres regularly for damage (foreign bodies, punctures, cuts, cracks, bulges in sidewalls). Check wheels for damage. In the event of damage or abnormal wear, consult a workshop. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. 9 Warning Incorrect tyre pressure could lead to a flat tyre. 9 Warning Damage may lead to tyre blow-out.
234 Wheels, tyres General information z The danger of aquaplaning is greater if the tyres are worn. z Tyres age, even if they are used only very little or not at all. A spare wheel which has not been used for six years should be used only in emergencies; drive slowly when using such tyres. z Never fit used tyres the previous history and use of which you do not know. Tread depth Check tread depth regularly.
Wheels, tyres Tyre designations Meanings: Run-flat tyres (RFT) 3 e.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H Run-flat tyres have reinforced, selfsupporting sidewalls, which ensure that the tyres always have a certain amount of driveability, even when there is no pressure. 195 = Tyre width in mm 65 = cross-section ratio (tyre height to tyre width) in % R = belt type: R adial RF = type: RunFlat 15 = rim diameter in inch 91 = load index z. B.
236 Wheels, tyres Winter tyres 3 Wheel covers 3 For notes on fitting new tyres – page 230. If the wheel trims and tyres used are not Vauxhall-approved, make sure that the tyres do not have a beaded edge – see page 231. Limitations - pages 235, 333. Winter tyres improve safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should therefore be fitted on all the wheels. The design of summer tyres means they have limited qualities for winter driving.
Wheels, tyres Wheel trim on steel wheels could come into contact with parts of the chain and be damaged. Remove the wheel trim – see page 257. Tyre chains may only be used at speeds up to 50 km/h and, when travelling on roads that are free of snow, they may be used for brief periods only since they are subject to rapid wear on a hard road and may snap. Temporary spare wheel Tyre chains must not be used on the temporary spare wheel.
238 Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing 9 Warning Disregard of these notes can lead to injuries which may be fatal. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. Roof racks 3 For reasons of safety and to avoid damaging the roof, we recommend that you use the Vauxhall roof rack system approved for your vehicle. Consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Roof racks 3......................................... Towing equipment 3...........................
Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing 239 Towing equipment 3 Use only towing equipment that has been approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting the retrofitting of towing equipment to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who will advise you on any possible towed load increases. Your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer has instructions on how to install the towing equipment and make any necessary changes to the vehicle that affect the cooling system, heat shields or other equipment.
240 Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Fitting the coupling ball bar Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the hole for the coupling ball bar and stow it in the luggage compartment. Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar z Red marking on turn knob points towards white marking on coupling ball bar. z Gap of approx. 6 millimetres between rotary knob and coupling ball bar. z Key is in lock at position 1.
Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing 241 Important Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed: z Green marking on turn knob points towards white marking on coupling ball bar. z No gap between turn knob and coupling ball bar. z Coupling ball bar must be seated firmly in coupling housing. z Coupling ball bar must be locked and key must be removed.
242 Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Insert the sealing plug in the hole for the coupling ball bar. Fold away the socket – page 240, Fig. 17221 T. Do not use steam-jet cleaners or other high-pressure cleaners to clean the coupling ball bar. Dismounting the coupling ball bar Unlock coupling ball bar (key to position 1 – page 240, Fig. 17222 T). Pull out turn knob and then turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Caravan and trailer loads1) The permissible caravan/trailer loads are vehicle- and engine-dependent maximum values which must not be exceeded. The actual caravan/trailer load is the difference between the actual gross weight of the caravan/trailer and the actual coupling socket load with the caravan/trailer coupled.
244 Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Coupling socket load Rear axle load during towing The coupling socket load is the load exerted by the caravan/trailer on the coupling ball. It can be varied by changing the weight distribution when loading the caravan/trailer.
Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing Parking distance sensor 3 is deactivated when towing. Handling is greatly influenced by the loading of the trailer/caravan. Loads should therefore be secured so that they cannot slip and be placed in the centre of the trailer/caravan if possible, i.e. above the axle. Driving characteristics, towing tips In the case of caravans/trailers with brakes, attach breakaway stopping cable to eye.
246 Roof racks, Caravan and trailer towing When driving downhill, the brakes are under considerably more load when towing a caravan/trailer. For this reason, drive in the same gear as if driving uphill and drive at a similar speed. Before starting off under extreme conditions (high combination weight, mountainous terrain with steep inclines), switch off all unnecessary electrical loads (e.g. heated rear window, air conditioning system 3 , heated front seats 3 ).
Self-help Self-help Starting the engine with jump leads 3 Towing the vehicle............................... Towing service ..................................... Towing another vehicle....................... Warning triangle ¨3.......................... First-aid kit (cushion) + 3................... Spare wheel placed in luggage compartment..................................... Jack £ 3 and vehicle tools 3 ............ Changing wheels ................................. Tyre repair kit 3 ......................
248 Self-help Starting the engine with jump leads 3 z Use auxiliary battery with same voltage (12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be considerably less than that of the discharged battery. Voltage and capacity information can be found on the batteries. A vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. 9 Warning z Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at least 16 mm 2 (25 mm 2 for diesel engines).
Self-help 249 z Do not connect leads to negative terminal of discharged battery! z The connection point should be as far away from the discharged battery as possible. z Route the leads so that they cannot catch on rotating parts in the engine compartment. z Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start. Connect the leads in the order shown in the illustration: 1.
250 Self-help Vehicles with the Open&Start system 3 must not be towed when the battery is discharged because the steering column lock cannot be released. Towing is only possible with the ignition switched on. Use jump leads to start the engine if necessary. Manual transmission or Easytronic 3 in neutral, automatic transmission 3 in N. Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle.
Self-help Towing another vehicle To open the cover concealing the towing eye socket at the rear right of the vehicle: disengage the cover at the bottom and pull it off downwards. 251 On some versions 3: remove the cover concealing the towing eye at the rear right of the vehicle by disengaging the tabs at the bottom and pulling off the cover from the top. Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position.
252 Self-help Warning triangle ¨3 Hatch, Astra TwinTop Store warning triangle in rear luggage compartment wall: first fit warning triangle into recess on left and the insert in guide on right. To remove the warning triangle, lift to the right and pull out to the right. For vehicles with cargo box 3: Lift the warning triangle with the right half of the cargo box. Pull out the warning triangle to the right. Estate, Van Insert the warning triangle in the retaining straps of the tailgate inner panelling.
Self-help Estate Fasten the first-aid kit (cushion) to the left luggage compartment wall with a retaining strap. Van Place first aid kit in stowage compartment behind driver’s seat. To open the cover, press the locking tab. 253 Astra TwinTop Store the first-aid kit (cushion) in the recess behind the strap in the left luggage compartment wall.
254 Self-help Spare wheel 3 Stowing wheels with wide tyres in the spare wheel well The spare wheel well is not designed for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel wider than the spare must be stowed in the spare wheel well after changing wheels, the floor cover can be placed on the projecting wheel. Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel – page 261. This must be observed when loading the luggage compartment, especially for the Astra TwinTop.
Self-help General information Depending on version, the spare wheel may be in the form of a temporary spare wheel 3. Refer to the notes on this page and pages 237, 260, 333. On vehicles with alloy wheels 3 the spare wheel may have a steel rim. Estate Take adapter 3 and hooks 3 from the rails 3 in the luggage compartment walls. Raise the rear lashing eyes and lift the floor cover to the vertical position so that it rests on the roof lining.
256 Self-help Notes on directional tyres 3 Directional tyres only provide maximum performance when they are mounted in the correct direction of rotation. If the tyres or spare wheel must be mounted opposing the specified direction of rotation (e.g. after changing a flat tyre), observe the following: z Vehicle handling may change. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible, and have the wheel balanced and mounted on the vehicle. z Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Self-help Changing wheels There may be a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel – page 261. To ensure your safety, make the following preparations and observe the following information when changing wheels: z Park the vehicle on a level, firm and nonskid surface. z Switch on hazard warning lights, apply hand brake, automatic transmission 3 selector lever in P, manual transmission or Easytronic 3 - engage 1st or reverse gear. z Correctly set up the warning triangle 3. Warning triangle – page 252.
258 Self-help 1. Prise off the wheel trim using the hook included with the vehicle tools 3. For vehicle tools, – page 256. On wheel trims with visible wheel bolts 3: The trim can remain on the wheel. Do not remove the retaining washers 3 on the wheel bolts. Alloy wheels 3 : Disengage the wheel bolt caps with a screwdriver and remove. Protect the wheel by inserting a soft cloth between the screwdriver and ally wheel. 2.
Self-help 3. The location of each jacking point 3 is indicated by a mark on the bottom edge of the vehicle. For vehicles with side skirt trims 3 , the jack 3 may not be used as it may damage the vehicle. 4. Before positioning the jack 3 , set it to the necessary height by rotating the eye by hand. Position the jack 3 at the front or rear so that the jack claw spans the vertical base and grips in the recess in the vertical base. Make sure it is properly positioned.
260 Self-help 10. Before refitting the wheel trim, clean the wheel around the retaining clips. Valve symbol 3 on back of wheel trim must point towards valve on wheel. Align and refit wheel trim or wheel bolt caps 3. Alloy wheels 3 : Align and refit wheel bolt caps 3. 11. Stow replaced wheel, tools and warning triangle 3 in luggage compartment, see pages 252 to 256. 6. Change the wheel. Notes on spare wheel – page 254, notes on temporary spare wheel – page 255. 7.
Self-help 261 Tyre repair kit 3 Minor damage to the tyre tread or side wall, e.g. from foreign bodies, can be repaired using the tyre repair kit (does not apply to run-flat tyres). Do not remove the foreign body from the tyre. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is on the rim cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit. 9 Warning Driving with inadequate tyre pressure or a flat tyre can lead to hidden tyre damage, which cannot be eliminated by using the tyre repair kit.
262 Self-help 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 5. Fit the sealant bottle in the retainer on the compressor. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve. 8. The switch on the compressor must be set to §. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant bottle is upright. 9. Connect the compressor plug to the accessory socket or cigarette lighter socket. Accessory socket – page 107. 6. Remove the valve cap from the defective tyre.
Self-help 263 Drain excess tyre pressure with the button over the pressure indicator. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes - see "Important information" on page 264. 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the filler hose to the free connection on the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant leakage. Stow the tyre repair kit in the luggage compartment. 15. Wipe away any sealant spill with a cloth. If the prescribed tyre pressure is not reached within 10 minutes, detach the tyre repair kit.
264 Self-help Important 9 Warning Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not use the temporary spare wheel for a lengthy period. Steerability and driving behaviour may be impaired. The driving comfort of the repaired tyre is severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced. If the compressor makes abnormal noises or heats up greatly, switch it off for at least 30 minutes. The integrated safety valve opens at a pressure of 7 bar. Protect the compressor from moisture and rain.
Self-help We recommend carrying a complete set of spare fuses –available from your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Store spare fuses in the fuse box in the luggage compartment. Open cover, see page 266. Before replacing a fuse, turn off the respective switch and the ignition. A blown fuse (see figures to the right) can be recognised by its melted wire. Do not install a new fuse until the cause of the fault has been remedied. Different versions of fuses are used.
266 Self-help There is a fuse extractor in the luggage compartment fuse box to facilitate replacement of fuses - see figure above for an example. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Only fit fuses of the specified current rating. Each fuse has its current rating written on it, in addition the ratings are colour coded.
Self-help 5-door saloon, Estate, van To open, turn both catches with a coin and fold cover down. 3-door hatch To open, fold the cover upwards. Astra TwinTop To open, pull the two knobs, remove the clips and fold the cover upwards. 267 Fuse box, version A Some functions are protected by several fuses. To replace a fuse, pull off its protective cap. No Circuit .
268 Self-help Fuse box, version B Some functions are protected by several fuses. No Circuit . 1 Electric windows, front 2 – 3 Instruments 4 Heating, air conditioning system, climate control system 5 Airbags 6 – 7 – 8 – 9 – 10 – 11 Heated rear window 12 Tailgate wiper Rating 25 A – 7.5 A 5A 7.5 A – – – – – 25 A 15 A No Circuit .
Self-help No Circuit . 38 Central locking system, clamp 30 39 Seat heater (left) 40 Seat heater (right) 41 – 42 – 43 – 44 – No . 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Circuit Rating Diagnostics plug – Electrically retractable exterior mirrors Ultrasonic sensor, Vauxhall alarm system – Cigarette lighter, front socket Rear socket – 7.5 A – 7.5 A 5A – 15 A 15 A – No .
270 Self-help Depending on the equipment version, there are two different fuse layouts for the engine compartment fuse box, handling different electrical circuits: z If the luggage compartment fuse box is version A - see Fig. 18453 T on page 267 - the fuse layout in the engine compartment is version A – see next column. z If the luggage compartment fuse box is version B – see Fig. 17958 T on page 269 - the fuse layout in the engine compartment is version B – see next page.
Self-help No . 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 No Circuit . 6 Radiator fan 21) 7 Central locking system 8 Windscreen wash system, tailgate 9 Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors 10 Diagnostics plug 11 Instruments 12 Mobile telephone, digital radio, Twin Audio, display 13 Courtesy light 1) Different ratings depending on engine and equipment level. Rating 20 A 30 A 40 A 20 A 10 A 30 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 5A No .
272 Self-help Fuse layout, version B Some functions are protected by several fuses. No . 1 2 3 Circuit ABS ABS Interior fan climate control system 4 Interior fan, heating, air conditioning system 5 Radiator fan 11) 6 Radiator fan 21) 1) Different ratings depending on engine and equipment level. Rating 20 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 20 A 30 A 40 A No .
Self-help No . 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Circuit Rating Fuel pump Transmission electronics Engine electronics Power steering Transmission electronics Transmission electronics Engine electronics 15 A 15 A 10 A 5A 5A 7.5 A 10 A No Circuit .
274 Self-help Bulb replacement Before replacing a bulb, switch ignition off and switch relevant switch off. Only hold new bulb at base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands, otherwise fingerprints on the glass evaporate. Residue builds up on the reflector eventually resulting in a dull reflector. Inadvertently stained bulbs may be cleaned with a clean non-fluffy cloth, using alcohol or white spirits. The replacement bulb must be in accordance with the data on the base of the defective bulb.
Self-help Dipped beam 1. Replace bulb through opening the front wheel arch: turn relevant wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover – page 274. 2. Remove headlight protective cover. 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. 275 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from the reflector.
276 Self-help 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. Main beam 6. Insert new bulb into bulb holder, without touching the glass. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 7. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on the bulb holder engage in the recesses in the reflector. 8. Rotate bulb holder to right as far as it will go. 9. Place headlight protective cover in position and close. 10. Position cover on opening in wheel arch and engage. 2. Replace bulbs from engine compartment out.
Self-help 277 8. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector onto bulb. 9. Place headlight protective cover in position and close. After bulb replacement on the righthand side, reattach air hose to air filter and engage. After bulb replacement on the lefthand side, reconnect the fuse box plug and engage. Parking lights 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Replace bulbs from engine compartment out. To replace the bulb on the right-hand side, remove the air hose from the air filter.
278 Self-help 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert holder in reflector. Place headlight protective cap in position and close. After bulb replacement on the righthand side, reattach air hose to air filter and engage. After bulb replacement on the left-hand side, reconnect the fuse box plug and engage. Xenon headlight system 3, Adaptive Forward Lighting system 3 Headlights with separate systems for dipped beam 1 (inner bulbs) and main beam 2 (outer bulbs).
Self-help 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from the reflector. 279 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. 6. Insert new bulb into bulb holder, without touching the glass. 7. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on the bulb holder engage in the recesses in the reflector. 8. Rotate bulb holder to right as far as it will go. 9. Place headlight protective cover in position and close. 10. Position cover on opening in wheel arch and engage.
280 Self-help Parking lights 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Replace bulb through opening the front wheel arch: turn relevant wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover – page 274. 3. Remove main beam headlight protective cover. 4. Remove parking light socket from reflector. 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert holder in reflector. Place headlight protective cap in position and close. 8. Position cover on opening in wheel arch and engage.
Self-help 281 6. Insert light holder in reflector, rotate clockwise and engage in position. 7. Position cover on opening in wheel arch and engage. Fog lights 3 Have the bulbs replaced by a workshop. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Front indicator lights 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Replace bulb through opening the front wheel arch: turn relevant wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover – page 274. 3. Rotate bulb holder to left and disengage. 4.
282 Self-help Tail lights 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. Hatch 5-door 1. To replace bulbs on the right side, use a coin to open the lock as indicated in the Fig. and fold the cover down. 3. Hold outside of bulb housing, loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench 3 and unscrew by hand. Wheel bolt wrench 3 – see vehicle tools on page 256. To replace bulbs on the left side, use a coin to turn both locks as illustrated on page 266 in Fig. 17261 T and fold the cover down. 4.
Self-help 283 6. Remove bulb from socket. 7. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 8. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing, ensuring that it properly engages. Insert three screws with washers and tighten as far as possible. 5. Unscrew three screws using a screwdriver (vehicle tools – page 256). Press locking tabs on outside of bulb holder inward and remove the bulb holder.
284 Self-help 11. Carry out the following steps to ensure proper function of the tail lights: – Switch on ignition – Operate brake – Switch on parking lights 9. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 10. Insert the bulb housing in the body, engaging the lug and the ball pin in the recesses. Tighten the fastening nuts using a wheel bolt wrench 3. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the flap.
Self-help Hatch 3-door 1. To replace bulbs, fold the cover down. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Hold outside of bulb housing, loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench 3 and unscrew by hand. Wheel bolt wrench 3 – see vehicle tools on page 256. 285 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear.
286 Self-help 6. Remove bulb from socket. 7. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 8. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing, ensuring that it properly engages. 5. Remove the round seal from the fastening bolt. Press the locking tabs on the outside of the bulb holder outward and remove the bulb holder.
Self-help 287 11. Carry out the following steps to ensure proper function of the tail lights: – Switch on ignition – Operate brake – Switch on parking lights 9. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 10. Insert the bulb housing in the body, engaging the lug and the ball pin in the recesses. Tighten the fastening nuts using a wheel bolt wrench 3. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the flap.
288 Self-help Estate, van 1. Disengage cover by pressing retaining lugs and remove. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Hold the outside of the bulb housing, unscrew the three fastening nuts and remove the bulb housing rearwards. 4. Unscrew the three screws with a screwdriver (vehicle tools – page 256) and remove the bulb holder.
Self-help 289 6. Insert new bulb without touching the glass. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and screw in place. Insert bulb housing into body and tighten fastening nuts by hand. Attach plug connector. Close and lock cover. 7. Carry out the following steps to ensure proper function of the tail lights: – Switch on ignition – Operate brake – Switch on parking lights Bulbs in bulb holder: 1 = Tail light/brake light 2 = Turn signal 3 = Reversing light 4 = Fog tail light 5. Remove bulb from socket.
290 Self-help 2. Remove bulb housing from outside. Disengage plug by pressing on flap and remove from bulb holder. 3. Detach seal from bulb holder. 4. Disengage sockets by turning and remove. Press locking tabs on the long sides of the bulb holder outwards; lift bulb holder at front end (arrow) and remove.
Self-help 291 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing by first inserting the lug in the front of the plug. Fold together bulb holder, ensuring that it engages properly. Insert sockets and engage by turning. 8. Fit seal on bulb holder as illustrated. Ensure that the seal is flat in the area of the screws. 9. Engage plug. Insert light housing in body, ensuring proper positioning of the ball pins in the recesses.
292 Self-help 2. Remove bulb housing downward, taking care not to pull on the cable. 4. Rotate bulb socket anticlockwise and disengage. 3. Lift flap and disconnect plug from bulb socket. 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and twist to right. 8. Connect plug to bulb socket. 9. Insert and engage bulb housing.
Self-help 293 Rear courtesy lights 3 , rear reading lights 3 Have the bulbs replaced by a workshop. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Glove compartment lighting, luggage compartment lighting, foot well lighting 3 To ensure that no power is supplied to the lights, close the doors or hold the contact switch depressed before removing. 1. Prise the light out with a screwdriver. 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 4.
294 If you have a problem If you have a problem The majority of areas of concern can be quickly resolved in this way. Should you wish to pursue the matter further, the Principal of the Vauxhall Authorised Repairer should be made aware of your concern. It is advisable in cases such as this to write to him to confirm your problem and the solutions that have been offered.
If you have a problem In Luxembourg, please contact the General Motors Service Department in Antwerp – Belgium Tel. 00 32-34 50 63 29 General Motors Austria GmbH Groß-Enzersdorfer Str. 59 1220 Vienna – Austria Tel. 00 43 1-2 88 77 444 or 00 43-1-2 88 77 0 General Motors Belgium N.V. Noorderlaan 401 – Haven 500 2030 Antwerp – Belgium Tel. 00 32-34 50 63 29 General Motors Southeast Europe, org. složka Olbrachtova 9 140 00 Prague – Czech Republic Tel.
296 Maintenance, Inspection System Maintenance, Inspection System A note on safety .................................. Checking and topping up fluids ......... Engine oil .............................................. Diesel fuel filter .................................... Coolant ................................................. Brake fluid ............................................ Windscreen wiper ................................ Windscreen and headlight wash systems 3................................
Maintenance, Inspection System 297 Further information on maintenance and the inspection system can be found in the service booklet, which is in the glove compartment. Have maintenance work, as well as repairs to the bodywork and equipment, carried out by a professional. We recommend your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who is familiar with Vauxhall vehicles and in possession of the necessary special tools and the latest service instructions from Vauxhall.
298 Maintenance, Inspection System Engine oil Information on engine oils is found in the Service Booklet. Engine oil level and consumption Every engine consumes engine oil for technical reasons. The engine oil consumption cannot be assessed until a fairly long distance has been driven, and may be above the specified value when the vehicle is first being driven (run-in period). Frequent driving at high revs increases engine oil consumption. The engine oil level 3 is checked automatically 1), see page 40.
Maintenance, Inspection System To check the engine oil level, insert wiped oil dipstick into handle as far as it will go. Top engine oil up if the level has dropped into the range of the top-up mark MIN. Top up with the same brand of engine oil that was used during the previous oil change, following the instructions in the service booklet. The engine oil level must not exceed the upper mark MAX on the dipstick. Excess engine oil must be drained off or extracted.
300 Maintenance, Inspection System Diesel fuel filter Coolant Check fuel filter for any water residue when each engine oil change takes place. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. The glycol-based coolant provides excellent corrosion protection for the heating and cooling systems as well as antifreeze protection down to –28 °C. It remains in the cooling system throughout the year and need not be changed. Illumination of A indicates water in the fuel filter 3.
Maintenance, Inspection System When the engine is at operating temperature, coolant level rises. It falls again when the system cools. If it falls below the KALT/COLD mark when the system is cold, top up to the mark. Top up antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, top up with clean tap water. If tap water is unavailable, distilled water can be used. Coolant level Hardly any losses occur since the cooling system is sealed and it is thus rarely necessary to top up the coolant.
302 Maintenance, Inspection System Use of certain brake fluids can lead to damage or reduced braking effect. We therefore recommend that you use only high performance brake fluid approved by Vauxhall. When topping up, ensure maximum cleanliness as contamination of the brake fluid can lead to function problems in the braking system. After correcting the brake fluid level, have the cause of brake fluid loss remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Maintenance, Inspection System Windscreen wiper Clear vision is essential for safe driving. Perform regular checks on the windscreen wiper and headlight wash system 3 to ensure they are operating correctly. We recommend wiper blade replacement at least once a year. If the windscreen is dirty, operate the windscreen wash system before switching on the windscreen wiper or setting the wiper to automatic operation with the rain sensor 3. This will avoid wiper blade wear.
304 Maintenance, Inspection System Service setting for front windscreen wiper (e.g. for changing or cleaning the front wiper blades). Within 4 seconds from turning off the ignition, with the key still in the lock 3 or for the Open&Start System after switching off the ignition and before opening the driver’s door, press the wiper stalk down. Release wiper stalk as soon as the wiper is vertical. Wiper blades on the windscreen Activate service setting - see previous column.
Maintenance, Inspection System The windscreen wash system and headlight wash system will not freeze in winter: Frost protection down to – 5 °C – 10 °C – 20 °C – 30 °C Windscreen and headlight wash systems 3 The fluid reservoir filler neck for the windscreen wash system and headlight wash system 3 is located at the front next to the left headlight. Capacities – pages 343, 343. Fill only with clean water to prevent the nozzles from clogging.
306 Maintenance, Inspection System Laying up the vehicle for more than 4 weeks can lead to battery discharge, which may reduce the service life of the battery. Disconnect battery from on-board power supply by detaching negative terminal (anti-theft alarm system 3 is then disabled). Protecting electronic components Ensure that ignition is switched off before connecting battery. Then perform the following actions: To avoid damaging the vehicle, do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e. g.
Maintenance, Inspection System Vehicle decommissioning Observe national regulations. If the vehicle is decommissioned for several months, the following work must be carried out in order to prevent damage. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. z Wash and preserve the vehicle – page 309. z Check corrosion protection in engine compartment and on underbody and repair if necessary. z Clean and wax the rubber seals of the bonnet, doors and roof.
308 Vehicle care Vehicle care Obtain advice from a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer regarding cleaning materials that have been tested and recommended by Vauxhall. When caring for your vehicle, observe all national environmental regulations, particularly when washing it. Vehicle care aids 3.............................. Washing ............................................... Waxing ................................................. Polishing ............................................... Wheels ............
Vehicle care Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmental influences, e.g. continuous changes in weather conditions, industrial waste gases and dust or thawing salts, so wash and wax your vehicle regularly. When using automatic car washes, select a programme which includes waxing. Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, pollen and the like should be cleaned off immediately, as they contain aggressive constituents which can cause paint damage.
310 Vehicle care Paintwork damage Plastic and rubber parts Repair small areas of paint damage such as stone impacts, scratches etc. immediately using a Vauxhalltouch-up applicator or Vauxhall spray and touch-up paint before rust can form. If rust has already formed, have the cause remedied. We recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. Please also pay attention to surfaces and edges beneath the vehicle where which rust may have formed unnoticed for some time.
Vehicle care Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen Wash Solvent, and replaced if necessary – page 303. Locks The locks are lubricated with a high-grade lock cylinder grease at the factory. Vauxhall lock cylinder grease prevents the locks from freezing up. Only use de-icing agent in emergencies, as they have a degreasing effect and will impair the function of the locks. After using a de-icing agent, have the locks re-greased.
312 Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle documents, identification plate ................................................... Vehicle identification data.................. Coolant, brake fluid, oils ..................... Engine data.......................................... Performance......................................... Fuel consumption, CO2 emissions ...... Weights, payload and roof load ........ Tyres ..................................................... Electrical system ........................
Technical Data 313 Coolant, brake fluid, oils When topping up – coolant, – brake fluid, – manual transmission oil, – automatic transmission oil, – power steering oil we recommend that you consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who can advise you on the correct products to use. Use of unsuitable fluids can cause serious damage to the vehicle.
314 Technical Data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code 1.4 Z 14 XEP 1.6 Z 16 XEP 1.8 Z 18 XE 1.8 Z 18 XER 2.
Technical Data 315 Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code 2.0 Turbo Z 20 LER VXR Z 20 LEH 1.3 CDTI Z 13 DTH 1.7 CDTI Z 17 DTH 1.9 CDTI Z 19 DTL 1.9 CDTI Z 19 DT 1.
316 Technical Data Performance (approx.
Technical Data Performance (approx.
318 Technical Data Performance (approx.
Technical Data Fuel consumption, CO2 emissions Directive 80/1268/EEC (last changed by 1999/100/EC) has applied for the measurement of fuel consumption since 1996. The directive is oriented to actual driving practices: Urban driving is rated at approx. /3 and off-road driving with approx. 2/ 3 (urban and extra-urban consumption). Cold starts and acceleration phases are also taken into consideration. 1 The specification of CO 2 emission is also a constituent of the directive.
320 Technical Data Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km) , CO 2 emissions (approx.
Technical Data 321 Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km) , CO 2 emissions (approx.
322 Technical Data Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km) , CO 2 emissions (approx.
Technical Data 323 Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km) , CO 2 emissions (approx. g/km) , TwinTop (tyre width up to 225 mm) Engine1) Z 16 XEP Z 18 XER Z 20 LEL Z 20 LER Z 19 DTH Manual/Easytronic/Automatic transmission urban extra-urban total CO 2 9,1/–/– 5,8/–/– 7,0/–/– 168/–/– 10,3/–/ 2) 6,2/–/ 2) 7,7/–/ 2) 185/–/ 2) 13,0/–/– 7,0/–/– 9,2/–/– 221/–/– 13,3/–/– 7,3/–/– 9,5/–/– 228/–/– 7,7/–/– 5,2/–/– 6,1/–/– 165/–/– Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km) , CO 2 emissions (approx.
324 Technical Data Weights, payload and roof load The payload is the difference between the permitted gross vehicle weight (see identification plate, page 312) and the EC kerb weight. To calculate the kerb weight, enter the data for your vehicle below: z Kerb weight from Table 1, page 325 + .............. kg z Additional weight of equipment versions from Table 2, page 330 + .............. kg z Weight of heavy accessories from Table 3, page 332 + .............. kg The total = ..............
Technical Data Weight (kg), Table 1, kerb weight1), Hatch 5-door Model Engine2) Manual transmission Easytronic Automatic transmission Astra Z 14 XEP 1230 1230 – Z 16 XEP 1265 1265 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1278 – 1310 Z 13 DTH 1330 3) – Z 17 DTH 1365 – – Z 19 DT 1395 – 1425 Z 19 DTH 1393 – – Z 14 XEP 1250 1250 – Z 16 XEP 1285 1285 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1298 – 1330 Z 20 LEL 1385 – – Z 20 LER 1385 – – 1345 3) – Z 17 DTH 1380 – – Z 19 DT 1410 – 1440 Z 19
326 Technical Data Weight (kg), Table 1, kerb weight 1), Hatch 3-door Model Engine 2) Manual transmission Easytronic Automatic transmission Astra Z 14 XEP 1210 – Astra with air conditioning system or climate control system – Z 16 XEP 1245 1245 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1265 – 1278 Z 13 DTH 1310 3) – Z 17 DTH 1345 – – Z 19 DT, Z 19 DTL 1370 – 1393 Z 19 DTH 1390 – – Z 14 XEP 1230 – – Z 16 XEP 1265 1265 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1285 – 1298 Z 20 LEL 1365 – – Z 20 LER 13
Technical Data Weights (kg) : Table 1, Kerb weight 1), Estate Model Engine 2) Manual transmission Easytronic Automatic transmission Astra Z 14 XEP 1280 – Astra with air conditioning system or climate control system 1) According 2) 3) – Z 16 XEP 1315 1315 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1325 – 1350 Z 13 DTH 1380 3) – Z 17 DTH 1393 – – Z 19 DT 1435 – 1465 Z 19 DTH 1450 – – Z 14 XEP 1300 – – Z 16 XEP 1335 1335 – Z 18 XE, Z 18 XER 1345 – 1370 Z 20 LEL 1425 – – Z 20 LER 14
328 Technical Data Weights (kg) : Table 1, Kerb weight 1), Van Model Engine 2) Manual transmission Easytronic Automatic transmission Astra Z 14 XEP 1235 – – Z 13 DTH 1335 – – Z 17 DTH 1365 – – Z 19 DT 1385 – 1420 Z 19 DTL 1385 – – Z 19 DTH 1395 – – Z 14 XEP 1250 – – Z 13 DTH 1350 – – Z 17 DTH 1380 – – Z 19 DT 1400 – 1435 Z 19 DTL 1400 – – Z 19 DTH 1410 – – Astra with air conditioning system or climate control system 1) 2) According to EC Directive, in
Technical Data Weights (kg) : Table 1, Kerb weight 1), TwinTop Model Engine 2) Manual transmission Easytronic Automatic transmission Astra Z 16 XEP 1495 – – Z 18 XER 1500 – – Z 19 DTH 1613 – – Z 16 XEP 1515 – – Z 18 XER 1520 – – Z 20 LEL 1605 – – Z 20 LER 1605 – – Z 19 DTH 1628 – – Astra with air conditioning system or climate control system 1) 2) According to EC Directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full).
330 Technical Data Weights (kg), Table 2, Additional weight of equipment versions Hatch Engine1) Z 14 XEL Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 18 XER Z 20 LEL Club 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 – Design 12 12 12 12 12 12 SXi, SRi 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 12.6 Engine1) Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Club – – 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 Design – – 12 12 12 12 12 SXi, SRi 12.6 – 24.5 24.5 12.6 12.6 12.
Technical Data Weights (kg) : Table 2, Additional weight of equipment versions Estate Engine1) Z 14 XEL Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 18 XER Z 20 LEL Club 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 Design 12 12 12 12 12 12 SXi, SRi 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 12.6 Engine1) Z 20 LER Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Club – 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 Design – 12 12 12 12 12 SXi, SRi 12.6 24.5 24.5 12.6 12.6 24.
332 Technical Data Weights (kg), Table 3, Heavy accessories Accessories Sun roof Towing equipment Split rear seat bench Weight 25 (Hatch 5-door, Estate) 23 (Hatch 3-door) 22 (Hatch 5-door, Estate) 20 (Hatch 3-door) 21 (Van) 10 (Hatch 5-door) 20 (Estate) 9 (Hatch 3-door)
Technical Data Tyres Not all tyres available on the market currently meet the structural requirements. We recommend that you consult a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer concerning suitable tyre makes. These tyres have undergone special tests to establish their reliability, safety and specific suitability for Vauxhallvehicles. Despite continuous market monitoring, we are unable to assess these attributes for other tyres, even if they have been granted approval by the relevant authorities or in some other form.
334 Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Hatch Tyre pressure for full load Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 14 XEP, Z 16 XEP, Z 18 XE 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 1.9/28 1.9/28 2.4/35 2.4/35 2.0/29 2.5/36 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.5/36 2.3/33 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 1.9/28 1.9/28 2.
Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Hatch Tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons 2) Tyre pressure ECO Tyre pressure for full load loaded up to 3 people Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 20 LER 195/65 R15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.3/33 2.1/30 2.7/39 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.6/38 2.4/35 – – 2.7/39 3.1/45 Z 20 LEH 205/50 R 17, 225/40 R 18, 235/35 R 19, 225/45 R 17 4) 2.4/35 2.4/35 – – 2.5/36 2.
336 Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Hatch 1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa / 14.5 psi. 2) Tyre pressure ECO Tyre pressure for full load loaded up to 3 people Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 13 DTH 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.5/36 2.
Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Estate Tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons 2) Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 14 XEP, 195/65 R 15, Z 16 XEP, 205/55 R 16, Z 18 XE 225/45 R 17 2.0/29 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.1/30 2.6/38 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 Z 14 XEL, 195/65 R 15, Z 18 XER 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.0/29 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.1/30 2.6/38 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.
338 Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 20 LEL 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.3/33 2.1/30 2.7/39 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.5/36 2.3/33 – – 2.6/38 3.0/44 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.3/33 2.1/30 2.7/39 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.7/39 2.5/36 – – 2.8/41 3.1/45 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.
Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure Tyre pressure ECO 2) Tyre pressure loaded for load of for full load up to 3 persons up to 3 people Estate Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa / 14.5 psi. 339 Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Z 17 DTH 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.1/30 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 Z 19 DTL, Z 19 DT, Z 19 DTH all Front Rear Front Rear 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 2.5/36 2.3/33 – – 2.6/38 3.0/44 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.
340 Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) Engine 3) Front Rear Rear Front Rear Z 14 XEP 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.0/29 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.1/30 2.6/38 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 Z 13 DTH 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.9/42 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.5/36 2.9/42 Z 17 DTH 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2.
Technical Data (ctd.) Tyre pressure in bar / psi1) TwinTop Tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons Tyre pressure ECO Tyre pressure 2) for full load loaded up to 3 people Engine 3) Tyres – Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 16 XEP, Z 18 XER 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.1/30 2.1/30 2.5/36 2.5/36 2,2/32 2.6/38 225/40 R 18 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.4/35 2.8/41 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 2.3/33 2.1/30 – – 2.4/35 2.8/41 225/40 R 18 2.5/36 2.3/33 – – 2.6/38 3.
342 Technical Data Electrical system Battery Voltage 12 Volt Amp hours 36 Ah / 44 Ah 3 / 55 Ah 3 / 60 Ah 3 / 66 Ah 3 / 70 Ah 3 Battery for radio remote control of central locking system and electronic key of Open&Start system CR 20 32
Technical Data 343 Capacities (approx. litre) Engine1) Z 14 XEL Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 18 XER Z 20 LEL Z 20 LER Fuel tank (nominal content) 52 52 52 52 52 52 52 Engine oil with filter change between MIN and MAX on dipstick 3.5 1.0 3.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 4.25 1.0 4.25 1.0 Wash fluid reservoir for windscreen wash systemwith headlight wash system 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 2.4 4.0 1) Sales designation – see pages 314, 315.
344 Technical Data Dimensions (approx. mm) Overall length Hatch 5-door Hatch 3-door Estate Van TwinTop 4249 4290 4515 4515 4476 Width 1753 1753 1753 1753 1759 Width with two exterior mirrors 2033 2033 2033 2033 2039 Overall height 1460 1435 1500 1500 1411 2614 2614 2703 2703 2614 11.20 11.20 11.50 11.50 11.20 Wheelbase Turning circle diameter 1) In metres.
Technical Data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Hatch1) All dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. Dimension mm A 342.9 B 83 C 513.4 D 488.6 E 211.4 F 94.3 G 160 9 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting retrofitting of towing equipment to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. 1) Do not mount towing equipment to vehicles with Z 20 LEH engine. Sales designation – page 314.
346 Technical Data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Estate, Van All dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. Dimension mm A 84.0 B 570.0 C 515.0 D 93.5 E 173.0 F 307.6 G 158.0 H 292.6 9 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting retrofitting of towing equipment to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Technical Data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Astra TwinTop All measurements refer to Vauxhallapproved towing equipment. Dimension mm A 68,8 B 570.0 C 515.0 D 485,0 E 93.5 F 288,0 G 245,0 9 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting retrofitting of towing equipment to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
348 Technical Data
Index Index A ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 228 Accessories ................... 130, 135, 252 Accessory socket ......................... 107 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) ..... 139 Driving abroad ......................... 142 Air conditioning system ........... 157, 164 Air intake ................................... 177 Air quality sensor ......................... 172 Air recirculation system .... 164, 168, 176 Air vents .................................... 159 Alarm system.....................
350 Index Control indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 229 Airbag ............................. 123, 132 Engine electronics ..................... 210 Exhaust .................................. 209 Immobiliser ............................... 67 Parking distance sensor .............. 219 Transmission ..................... 188, 195 Tyre pressure monitoring system ... 224 Control indicators ..................... 10, 37 Adaptive Forward Lighting ............ 42 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) ..
Index F G Fan ................................ 3, 161, 297 Filling station Capacities ............................... 343 Engine oil level ......................... 298 Fuel .......................... 204, 314, 315 Ignition key ................................. 2 Opening the bonnet .................... 86 Tyre pressure ..................... 203, 333 Vehicle data ............................ 313 Windscreen wash system ............ 305 First-aid kit (cushion) .............. 135, 252 Flat tyre .............
352 Index J Jack ......................................... 256 Jump leads ................................ 248 K Key extending ................................. 66 ignition lock ............................... 14 Locking doors ............................ 76 Remove .................................... 24 Starting the engine ................. 14, 22 Key numbers .................................. 2 Keys ........................................... 66 L Language selection ...................
Index Preheating switch .......................... 22 Puddle light ................................ 142 Pushing, towing ........................... 247 Q Quickheat ..................... 162, 169, 173 R Radio ......................................... 64 Radio equipment (CB) ..................... 65 Radio reception ............................. 64 Radio remote control Central locking system ... 2, 31, 68, 71 Rain sensor ........................... 17, 303 Reading lights .............................
354 Index Tilt angle seats ......................................... 4 Time...................................... 48, 51 Tools ........................................ 256 Towing ..................................... 249 Towing equipment ....................... 239 Towing eye .......................... 249, 251 Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) ............ 244 Transmission display... 45, 178, 186, 193 Transmission, automatic 20, 21, 186, 192 automatic mode ................. 187, 193 Driving programme ......
Index X Xenon headlight system Driving abroad ......................... 142 Xenon headlight system ................ 278 Bulb replacement ......................
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