Engine Oil - Vauxhall 2010 Astra Owner's Manual

158 Vehicle care
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Lift the safety catch upwards and
open the bonnet.
Air intake 3 130.
Secure the bonnet support.
Closing
Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop
into the catch. Check that the bonnet
is engaged.

Engine oil

The engine oil level is checked
automatically, Vehicle messages
3 96. However, check the engine oil
level manually on a regular basis to
prevent damage to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 203
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
it out and read the engine oil level.
Insert the dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.
Different dipsticks are used
depending on engine variant.