Wiper Blade Replacement; Diesel Fuel System Bleeding - Vauxhall 2010 Astra Owner's Manual

152 Vehicle care
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle, Brake
and clutch fluid 3 185.
Battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unneccessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
The anti-theft alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the
ignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
Battery discharge protection 3 113.

Diesel fuel system bleeding

If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for 15 seconds
at a time. Then start the engine for
a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat
this process after no less than
5 seconds. If the engine fails to start,
seek the assistance of a workshop.

Wiper blade replacement

Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift the wiper arm, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.