Page 1 VAUXHALL Astra GTC 0 - 1 VAUXHALL Astra GTC Owner’s Manual Model Year 2012.5 Edition: January 2012 TS 1708-C-12...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 19 Seats, restraints ......33 Storage ........52 Instruments and controls ..... 63 Lighting ........99 Climate control ......112 Driving and operating ....120 Vehicle care ....... 155 Service and maintenance ..
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 4: Using This Manual
"Service and reasonable prices. Experienced ■ The Owner's Manual uses the maintenance" and "Technical data" mechanics trained by Vauxhall work factory engine designations. The as well as on the identification plate. according to specific Vauxhall corresponding sales designations instructions.
Page 5 Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Your Vauxhall Team...
Page 6 Introduction...
Page 7: In Brief
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Initial drive information To open the tailgate, push the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press button c to unlock the doors Press button x to unlock and open and load compartment. Open the the tailgate while the doors remain doors by pulling the handles.
Page 8: Seat Adjustment
In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion release lever. Allow the seat to = seat higher engage audibly. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle. Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment 3 35, Seat folding 3 38.
Page 9: Head Restraint Adjustment
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Seat inclination Lever pumping motion Press the button, adjust height and Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be = front end higher twisted and must fit close against the down = front end lower Head restraints 3 33.
Page 10: Mirror Adjustment
In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Interior mirror Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Convex exterior mirrors 3 27, ensure it is fully locked.
Page 11 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 12 In brief Power windows ..... 30 Control indicator for airbag 19 Selector lever, manual deactivation ......75 transmission ....... 130 Exterior mirrors ..... 27 Cruise control ..... 138 Control indicator for front Automatic transmission ..127 passenger seat belt ..... 75 20 Ignition switch with Speed limiter .......
Page 13: Exterior Lighting
In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: Headlights are switched headlight flash = pull lever on and off automatically = lights off high beam = push lever = activation or deactivation 8 = sidelights low beam...
Page 14 In brief Horn Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. lever up = right turn signal Press j. lever down = left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 106. Turn and lane-change signals 3 106, Parking lights 3 107.
Page 15: Washer And Wiper Systems
In brief Washer and wiper systems Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer washer systems systems Windscreen wiper Pull lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the = fast rear window wiper: Windscreen and headlight washer = slow system 3 65, Washer fluid 3 159. upper = continuous P = timed interval wiping or...
Page 16 In brief Climate control Demisting and defrosting the windows Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few Press button V. times. Set the temperature control to the The heating is operated by pressing highest level.
Page 17: Starting Off
In brief Transmission Starting off Automatic transmission Manual transmission Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 178, 3 213. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 157. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
Page 18 In brief Parking Starting the engine Stop-start system ■ Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress foot brake at the same time to reduce operating force.
Page 19 In brief selector lever to P before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ Lock the vehicle with button e on the radio remote control. Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 25. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface.
Page 20: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section windows Keys Replacement keys Keys, locks ........19 The key number is specified in the Car Pass or on a detachable tag. Doors ........... 23 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
Page 21: Radio Remote Control
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ■ Range exceeded ■ Battery voltage too low Batteries do not belong in household ■...
Page 22: Central Locking System
Keys, doors and windows Extend the key and open the unit. The saved settings are automatically Note Replace the battery (battery type used the next time the memorised key A short time after unlocking with the CR 2032), paying attention to the is inserted into the ignition switch and remote control the doors are locked installation position.
Page 23 Keys, doors and windows ■ press button c once to unlock both Press button e. Fault in radio remote control doors, load compartment and fuel system If the driver's door is not closed filler flap properly, the central locking system Unlocking The setting can be changed in the will not work.
Page 24: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Fault in central locking system the ignition key is removed (manual transmission) or the selector lever is Unlocking moved to P position (automatic Load compartment transmission). Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. The Settings can be changed in the menu Tailgate passenger's door can be opened by...
Page 25 Keys, doors and windows Closing General hints for operating tailgate 9 Warning Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases, which can not be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Page 26: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating Activation ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after Anti-theft locking system locking the vehicle (initialisation of the system) ■ Directly by pressing e on the radio 9 Warning remote control once more after locking Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors Note cannot be unlocked from the...
Page 27 Keys, doors and windows Activation without monitoring of 3. Close doors. Status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: passenger compartment and 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm vehicle inclination system. = test, arming delay. illuminates Status message is displayed in the LED flashes = doors, tailgate or Driver Information Centre.
Page 28: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors Immobiliser The alarm can be silenced by pressing any button on the radio The system is part of the ignition remote control or by switching on the Convex shape switch and checks whether the ignition.
Page 29 Keys, doors and windows Heated In position 0 no mirror is selected. Electric folding Folding Turn control to 0, then push the Operated by pressing the Ü button. control down. Both exterior mirrors Heating works with the engine will fold. For pedestrian safety, the exterior running and is switched off Push the control down again - both...
Page 30: Interior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Windows Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Windscreen Heat-reflecting windscreen The heat-reflecting windscreen has a coating which reflects solar radiation. Also data signals, e.g. from toll stations, might be reflected. Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
Page 31: Power Windows
Keys, doors and windows payment must be attached in these Safety function areas. Otherwise data recording If the window glass encounters malfunctions may occur. resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is Power windows immediately stopped and opened again.
Page 32: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window Initialising the power windows If the windows cannot be closed automatically (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), a warning message or a warning code is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 86. Activate the window electronics as follows: 1.
Page 33: Glass Panel
Keys, doors and windows If the sun visors have integral mirrors, Note the mirror covers should be closed Close the sun visors before sliding when driving. the roof lining. A ticket holder is located on the backside of the sun visor. Glass panel Panorama roof Turn the handle and move the roof...
Page 34: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position Head restraints ......33 9 Warning Front seats ........35 Rear seats ........39 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ........40 set to the proper position. Airbag system ......
Page 35: Active Head Restraints
Seats, restraints Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats forwards. Thus the head is supported so that the risk of whiplash injury is reduced. Note Approved accessories may only be attached if the seat is not in use. To adjust horizontally, pull the head Height adjustment restraint forwards.
Page 36: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats Seat adjustment ■ Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position 9 Danger possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from 9 Warning bent.
Page 37 Seats, restraints Seat positioning Seat backrest Seat height Pull handle, slide seat, release Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion handle. release lever. Allow the backrest to = seat higher engage audibly. down = seat lower...
Page 38 Seats, restraints Seat inclination Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh way switch to suit personal support. = front end higher requirements. down = front end lower Moving support up and down: push switch up or down.
Page 39: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Seat folding Side bolster, VXR version The illustration shows the release lever on VXR seat. Adjust seat width and backrest width Lift release lever and fold backrest using the switches to suit personal forwards. Slide seat forwards. 9 Danger requirements.
Page 40: Rear Seats
Seats, restraints Rear seats Armrest Heating Armrest The armrest can be slid forwards by Adjust heating to the desired setting 10 cm. Under the armrest there is by pressing the ß button for the a storage compartment. respective seat one or more times. Fold armrest down.
Page 41: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by Seat belt reminder only one person at a time. They are Front seats are equipped with a seat not suitable for people smaller than belt reminder, indicated for driver seat 150 cm.
Page 42: Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats, restraints Triggered belt pretensioners must be Withdraw the belt from the retractor, 9 Warning replaced by a workshop. Belt guide it untwisted across the body pretensioners can only be triggered and insert the latch plate into the The belt must not rest against hard once.
Page 43: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system Seat belts on the rear seats Each airbag is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags replaced by The seat belt for the rear centre seat a workshop. Furthermore, it might be can only be withdrawn from the The airbag system consists of necessary to have the steering retractor if the backrest is engaged in...
Page 44: Side Airbag System
Seats, restraints Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the airbag is able to protect. Side airbag system There are also warning labels on both The inflated airbags cushion the sides of the sunblind on the front impact, thereby reducing the risk of passenger side.
Page 45: Curtain Airbag System
Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag side. This can be identified by the inflates clear of obstructions. word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the roof frame are only suitable for The curtain airbag system is triggered...
Page 46 Seats, restraints Use the ignition key to choose the Risk of fatal injury for an adult position: person on a seat with deactivated *OFF = front passenger airbag is front passenger airbag. deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision.
Page 47: Child Restraints
Child restraint systems Status remains until the next change. used on the front passenger seat. Control indicator for airbag We recommend the Vauxhall child Selecting the right system deactivation 3 75. restraint system which is tailored The rear seats are the most specifically to the vehicle.
Page 48 Seats, restraints Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the vehicle type. Ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within the vehicle is correct. Allow children to enter and exit the vehicle only on the side facing away from the traffic.
Page 49: Child Restraint Installation Locations
Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx.
Page 50 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 ISO/R2 ISO/R3...
Page 51 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 –...
Page 52: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes systems Top-Tether fastening eyes are marked with the symbol : for a child seat. Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX child restraint systems to the ISOFIX mounting brackets. Specific vehicle In addition to the ISOFIX mounting ISOFIX child restraint system fasten the Top-Tether strap to the positions are marked in the table by...
Page 53: Storage
Storage Storage Storage compartments Cupholders Glovebox Storage compartments ....52 Load compartment ....... 55 Roof rack system ......61 Loading information ..... 61 Cupholders are located in the centre console. The glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder and a coin holder. The intermediate shelf can be removed.
Page 54: Storage Compartment
Storage Front storage Sunglasses storage Depending on the version, cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowed after folding up the intermediate shelf 3 54. A storage compartment is located Fold down and open. next to the steering wheel.
Page 55: Centre Console Storage
Storage Armrest storage Centre console storage Storage in the rear armrest Storage under the front armrest Front console Fold down armrest and open cover. Close cover before folding the Press button to fold up the armrest. The storage container can be used to armrest up.
Page 56: Load Compartment
Storage Load compartment A further storage compartment is located under the intermediate shelf. Fold up the intermediate shelf and fix The rear seat backrest is divided into it in the vertical position. The frame of two parts. Both parts can be folded the cupholder can be reintegrated to down.
Page 57 Storage Guide the seat belts through side Ensure that the seat belts of the 9 Warning supports to protect them against outboard seats are placed in the damage. When folding the backrests, corresponding belt guides. When folding up, ensure that pull the seat belts along with them.
Page 58: Rear Storage
Storage Rear storage Open the pass-through in the rear centre backrest Fold down the rear armrest. The closed cover can be secured from the side of the load Press both buttons and fold down compartment. Turn the knob 90°: cover. knob = cover secured from Pull the grip and open the cover.
Page 59: Rear Floor Storage Cover
Storage Rear floor storage cover Removing Lift cover at the rear and push it upwards at the front. Rear floor cover Remove the cover. If the height adjustable cover is mounted in the middle or upper position, the load compartment cover can be stowed below it.
Page 60 Storage Height adjustable cover Lifting Lowering To lift the cover to a higher level, pull To lower the cover, pull the strap The height adjustable cover can be the loop backwards and lift the rear backwards and push down the front mounted in three positions: edge of the cover onto the centre of the cover at the same time.
Page 61: Lashing Eyes
Storage Lashing eyes Warning triangle Note ■ If mounted in position 2 or 3, the space between the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover can be used as a stowage compartment. ■ The height adjustable cover can be lifted and hooked in with the strap when it is mounted in position 1 or 2.
Page 62: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof rack system Loading information First aid kit Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your workshop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Page 63 Storage ■ Use the four hooks at the sidewalls the vehicle's higher centre of 9 Warning of the load compartment for gravity. Distribute the load evenly hanging up carrier bags. Maximum and secure it properly with retaining Always make sure that the load in load: 5 kg per hook.
Page 64: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........63 Warning lights, gauges and indicators ........70 Information displays ..... 81 Vehicle messages ......86 Trip computer ....... 90 Vehicle personalisation ....93 The Infotainment system, the cruise control, the speed limiter and a connected mobile phone can be Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,...
Page 65: Horn
Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * and to a higher temperature than the Press j. other areas. button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
Page 66: Windscreen Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper Wiper lever in position P. P = automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of = slow short = turn adjuster wheel...
Page 67 Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Windscreen and headlight sensor washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensitivity: onto the windscreen and the wiper = turn adjuster wheel wipes a few times.
Page 68: Outside Temperature
Instruments and controls Rear window wiper/washer The rear window washer system is deactivated when the fluid level is low. Outside temperature Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper Press the rocker switch to activate the wipes a few times.
Page 69 Instruments and controls Set date and time ■ Set date format: Changes indication of date between MM/DD/ Press the CONFIG button. The menu YYYY and DD.MM.YYYY. Settings is displayed. ■ Display digital clock: Switches on/ Select Time & Date. off indication of time on the display. ■...
Page 70: Power Outlet
Instruments and controls Power outlets Cigarette lighter A further 12 Volt power outlet is located in the rear console. Fold the cover downwards. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. With ignition off, the power outlets are deactivated.
Page 71: Warning Lights, Gauges And
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched Speedometer The portable ashtray can be placed in the cupholders. The bottom line displays the recorded distance in miles.
Page 72: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Tachometer Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine speed. Displays the fuel level in the tank. Drive in a low engine speed range for Control indicator i illuminates if the Displays the coolant temperature. each gear as much as possible. level in the tank is low.
Page 73: Service Display
Instruments and controls In the Uplevel-Display or Uplevel- Press the MENU button to select the Caution Combi-Display, the remaining oil life Vehicle Information Menu. duration is displayed in the Vehicle Turn the adjuster wheel to select If engine coolant temperature is Information Menu.
Page 74 Instruments and controls versions. Depending on the equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the ignition is switched on, most control indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test. The control indicator colours mean: = danger, important reminder yellow = warning, information, fault green = confirmation of activation...
Page 75 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 76: Deactivation
Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 163, Fuses When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for 3 171. console approx. 4 seconds. If it does not Turn signals 3 106. illuminate, does not extinguish after 4 seconds or illuminates whilst Seat belt reminder driving, there is a fault in the airbag...
Page 77: Malfunction Indicator Light
Instruments and controls Malfunction indicator light * illuminates yellow. Seek the assistance of a workshop. The front passenger airbag is Vehicle messages 3 86. Z illuminates or flashes yellow. deactivated 3 44. Illuminates when the ignition is Brake and clutch system switched on and extinguishes shortly 9 Danger after the engine starts.
Page 78: Electrical Parking Brake
Instruments and controls Electrical parking brake Illuminates If the control indicator does not extinguish after a few seconds, or if it Brake pedal needs to be operated to fault illuminates while driving, there is release the electrical parking brake a fault in the ABS. The brake system j illuminates or flashes yellow.
Page 79: Electronic Stability Control Off
Instruments and controls Stop-start system 3 123. Interference due to external sources Have the cause of the fault remedied of ultrasound. Once the source of by a workshop. Illuminates with power steering interference is removed, the system Flashes disabled will operate normally. The system is actively engaged.
Page 80: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and controls Continue driving until % Flashes 3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without extinguishes. If possible, do not allow Fault in system or tyre without impeding other vehicles. engine speed to drop below pressure sensor mounted (e.g.
Page 81: Fog Light
Instruments and controls Fog light Flashes Illuminates when high beam is on, during headlight flash 3 100, or when Fuel used up. Refuel immediately. > illuminates green. high beam is on with high beam assist Never run the tank dry. The front fog lights are on 3 106.
Page 82: Driver Information Centre
Instruments and controls Information displays Door open h illuminates red. Driver Information Centre A door or the tailgate is open. In the Uplevel-Display the following main menus can be selected by the MENU button: ■ Vehicle Information Menu The Driver Information Centre (DIC) ■...
Page 83 Instruments and controls Selecting menus and functions The menus and functions can be selected via the buttons on the turn signal lever. In the Uplevel-Combi-Display, the Turn the adjuster wheel to highlight menus can be selected by the a menu option or to set a numeric MENU button, indicated by symbols value.
Page 84 Instruments and controls Press the SET/CLR button to select Possible submenus for the following a function or to confirm a message. functions: ■ Unit: displayed units can be Vehicle Information Menu changed Press the MENU button to select the ■ Tyre Pressure: checks tyre Vehicle Information Menu, or on pressure of all wheels during Uplevel-Combi-Display select X.
Page 85: Info-Display
Instruments and controls Performance Menu ■ Battery Volt.: Display of battery voltage. ■ Acceleration: Display of current acceleration in all directions. Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display Depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a Graphic- or Colour-Info-Display. The Info-Display is located in the instrument panel above the ■...
Page 86: Colour-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Depending on the Infotainment Colour-Info-Display ■ vehicle messages 3 86 system, the Graphic-Info-Display is ■ settings for vehicle personalisation available in two versions. 3 93 The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made.
Page 87: Smartphone Controller
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Selecting with the Infotainment Press (the outer ring) system ■ To select or activate the marked option Messages are indicated mainly in the Driver Information Centre (DIC), in ■ To confirm a set value some cases together with a warning ■...
Page 88 Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Midlevel-Display Depress brake pedal to release 24 Number plate light failure electrical parking brake 25 Left front turn signal failure Turn steering wheel, switch 26 Left rear turn signal failure ignition off and then on 27 Right front turn signal failure Turn steering wheel, start...
Page 89 Instruments and controls No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message 54 Water in diesel fuel filter 68 Service power steering 95 Service airbag 55 Diesel particle filter is full 69 Service suspension system 128 Bonnet open 3 125 70 Service level control system 134 Park assist fault, clean bumper 56 Tyre pressure imbalance on...
Page 90: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls Warning chimes Vehicle messages on the ■ Cruise control Uplevel-Display or Uplevel- ■ Object detection systems When starting the engine or Combi-Display ■ Lighting, bulb replacement whilst driving ■ Wiper/washer system Only one warning chime will sound at ■...
Page 91: Battery Voltage
Instruments and controls Trip computer When the vehicle is parked and/ If the battery cannot be recharged, have the cause of the fault remedied or the driver's door is opened by a workshop. ■ When the key is in the ignition The menus and functions can be switch.
Page 92 Instruments and controls ■ Trip odometer 1 ■ Average consumption 1 ■ Trip odometer 2 ■ Average speed 1 ■ Range ■ Average consumption ■ Instantaneous consumption ■ Average speed ■ Digital speed ■ Traffic sign assistant Trip/Fuel Information Menu on Uplevel-Combi-Display Trip/Fuel Information Menu on Turn the adjuster wheel to select the...
Page 93 Instruments and controls ■ Digital speed ■ ECO drive assistant Trip odometer ■ Range Trip odometer displays the recorded Trip computer 1 and 2 ■ Instantaneous consumption distance since a certain reset. The information of two trip computers can be reset separately for odometer, Range average consumption and average Range is calculated from current fuel...
Page 94: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation When the tank has to be refuelled Digital speed immediately, a warning code or Digital display of the instantaneous warning message is displayed on speed. The vehicle's behaviour can be vehicles with Midlevel- and Uplevel- personalised via changing the Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Page 95 Instruments and controls Personal settings in the Sport mode settings The driver can select the functions Graphic-Info-Display which will be activated in Sport mode 3 135. ■ Sport suspension: Damping becomes harder. ■ Sport powertrain performance: Accelerator pedal and gear change characteristics become more responsive.
Page 96 Instruments and controls Phone settings Auto demist: Supports windscreen rear window wiper when reverse dehumidification by automatically gear is engaged. See description for Infotainment selecting the necessary settings system in the Infotainment system ■ Park assist / Collision detection and auto air conditioning mode. manual.
Page 97 Instruments and controls Delayed door lock: Activates or Personal settings in the deactivates the delayed door Colour-Info-Display locking function. ■ Remote locking, unlocking, starting Remote unlock feedback: Activates or deactivates the hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlocking. Remote door unlock: Changes the configuration to unlock only the driver's door or the whole vehicle whilst unlocking.
Page 98 Instruments and controls Sport mode settings Phone settings Climate control mode: Activates or deactivates cooling when switching The driver can select the functions See description for Infotainment on the ignition or uses the last which will be activated in Sport mode system in the Infotainment system chosen setting.
Page 99 Instruments and controls Rear auto wipe in reverse: automatic door locking function Activates or deactivates while a door is open. automatically switching on of the ■ Lock / Unlock / Start by remote rear window wiper when reverse Remote unlock feedback: Activates gear is engaged.
Page 100: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......99 Interior lighting ......108 Lighting features ......109 Turn light switch: AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: Headlights are switched = lights off on and off automatically 8 = sidelights depending on external...
Page 101: Automatic Light Control
Lighting High beam In the Driver Information Centre with When the automatic light control Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi- function is switched on and the Display, the current status of the engine is running, the system automatic light control is displayed. switches between daytime running light and headlights automatically When switching on the ignition, depending on the lighting conditions...
Page 102: Headlight Range Adjustment
Lighting Headlight range It switches to low beam when: The green control indicator l illuminates continuously when the ■ a sensor detects the lights of adjustment assist is activated, the blue one 7 oncoming or preceding vehicles illuminates when high beam is on. Manual headlight range ■...
Page 103: Adaptive Forward Lighting
Lighting Dynamic automatic headlight Vehicles with Xenon headlight For deactivation operate the same levelling 3 102. procedure as described above. f will system not flash when function is deactivated. Headlights when driving abroad Adaptive forward lighting The asymmetrical headlight beam The Adaptive forward lighting extends visibility at the edge of the functions are only available with Bi-...
Page 104 Lighting Playstreet lighting Adverse weather lighting Corner lighting Activated automatically at low speed Activated automatically up to a speed up to approx. 20 mph. The light beam of approx. 43 mph, when the rain is turned at an angle of 8° to the sensor recognises condensation or roadside.
Page 105 Lighting High beam assist Activation If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is on, the high beam This feature allows high beam as assist will be deactivated. main driving light by night and when vehicle speed is faster than 25 mph. If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is off, the high beam It switches to low beam when:...
Page 106 Lighting If there are no restrictions detected, A special topographical evaluation Automatic high beam activation the system switches back to high function detects preceding vehicles operates at a speed above 25 mph beam. on hills or slopes by recognising the and deactivates below 12 mph.
Page 107: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Fault in Adaptive forward In the event of an accident with airbag For three flashes, e.g. when changing deployment the hazard warning lanes, press the lever until resistance lighting system flashers are activated automatically. is felt and then release. When the system detects a failure in When a trailer is connected, turn the Adaptive forward lighting system,...
Page 108: Parking Lights
Lighting Parking lights Reversing lights Light switch in position AUTO: switching on front fog lights will switch The reversing light comes on when headlights on automatically. the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Rear fog lights Misted light covers The inside of the light housing may mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or...
Page 109: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior lighting On vehicles with light sensor, the Operate rocker switch: brightness can only be adjusted when = automatic switching on the exterior lights are on and the light Instrument panel and off. sensor detects night conditions. press u = on. illumination control press v = off.
Page 110: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting features Reading lights Rear courtesy lights Centre console lighting Spotlight incorporated in the interior lighting comes on when headlights are switched on. Entry lighting Welcome lighting Following lights are switched on for a short time by unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control: Illuminates in conjunction with the Operated with s and t buttons in...
Page 111: Exit Lighting
Lighting The lighting switches off immediately ■ Door and console lights 4. Pull turn signal lever. when the ignition key is turned to ■ Puddle lights 5. Close driver's door. position 1 3 121. They will switch off automatically after If the driver's door is not closed the Activation or deactivation of this a delay and will be activated again if...
Page 112 Lighting ■ Auxiliary heater ■ Heated rear window and mirrors ■ Heated seats ■ Fan In the second stage a message which confirms the activation of the battery discharge protection will be displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Switching off electric lights To prevent discharge of the battery when the ignition is switched off, some interior lights are switched off...
Page 113: Climate Control
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Heating and ventilation system Air distribution Climate control systems ..... 112 s = to windscreen and front door Air vents ........118 windows Maintenance ......
Page 114: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Air conditioning system The air conditioning system cools and In warm and very humid ambient air dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the conditions, the windscreen might mist outside temperature is slightly above up from outside, when cold air is the freezing point.
Page 115: Electronic Climate Control
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note Controls for: If the settings for demisting and windows V ■ Temperature on driver side defrosting are selected, an Autostop ■ Air distribution will be inhibited. ■ Fan speed If the settings for demisting and ■...
Page 116 Climate control Automatic mode AUTO The fan speed regulation in automatic mode can be changed in the menu Settings. Vehicle personalisation 3 93. All air vents are actuated automatically in automatic mode. The air vents should therefore always be open. Temperature preselection Temperatures can be set to the desired value.
Page 117 Climate control If the maximum temperature is set, Note Press lower button to decrease or the climate control system runs at If the V button is pressed while the upper button to increase fan speed as maximum heating. engine is running, an Autostop will shown in the illustration.
Page 118: Air Recirculation Mode
Climate control Cooling n Air recirculation mode 4 Activate or deactivate with the n 9 Warning button. The air conditioning system cools and The exchange of fresh air is dehumidifies (dries) when outside reduced in air recirculation mode. temperature is above a specific level. In operation without cooling the air Therefore condensation may form humidity increases, so the...
Page 119: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Auxiliary heater Air heater Adjustable air vents Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air At least one air vent must be open heater which automatically warms up while the cooling is on. the passenger compartment more quickly. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats.
Page 120: Pollen Filter
Climate control Maintenance Air conditioning regular operation Air intake In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when the outside temperature is too low.
Page 121: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is Control of the vehicle uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals. Driving hints ....... 120 Never coast with engine not Starting and operating ....
Page 122: Starting And Operating
Driving and operating Starting and operating Ignition switch positions ■ Power windows ■ Power outlets New vehicle running-in Power to the Infotainment system will continue to operate for 30 minutes or Do not brake unnecessarily hard for until the key is removed from the the first few journeys.
Page 123: Overrun Cut-Off
Driving and operating Diesel engine: turn the key to position Starting the vehicle at low Possible reasons for a non-starting 2 for preheating until control engine: temperatures indicator ! extinguishes. ■ Clutch pedal not operated (manual The start of the engine without Turn the key briefly to position 3 and transmission) additional heaters is possible down to...
Page 124: Eco Button
Driving and operating Stop-start system Deactivation The stop-start system helps to save fuel and to reduce the exhaust emissions. When conditions allow, it switches off the engine as soon as the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a traffic jam.
Page 125 Driving and operating Conditions for an Autostop ■ the self-cleaning function of the Restart of the engine by the diesel particle filter is not active The stop-start system checks if each driver of the following conditions is fulfilled. ■ the vehicle has moved since the Depress the clutch pedal to restart the Otherwise an Autostop will be last Autostop...
Page 126: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened firmly as possible on downhill or and the driver's door is opened uphill slopes. Depress the foot brake at the same time to reduce ■ the engine temperature is too low operating force.
Page 127: Catalytic Converter
Driving and operating take up to 25 minutes. Typically it full continue driving or warning Cleaning takes place quickest at high needs between 7 and 12 minutes. code 55 appears in the Driver engine speeds and loads. Autostop is not available and fuel Information Centre.
Page 128: Automatic Transmission
Driving and operating Automatic transmission Selector lever rectified by a workshop as soon as possible. In an emergency, driving can be continued for a short period, The automatic transmission permits keeping vehicle speed and engine automatic gearshifting (automatic speed low. mode) or manual gearshifting (manual mode).
Page 129: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Manual mode Do not accelerate while engaging a gear. Never depress the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the same time. When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly begins to creep when the brake is released. Engine braking To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when...
Page 130 Driving and operating Interruption of power In manual mode no automatic shifting Kickdown to a higher gear takes place at high If the accelerator pedal is pressed supply engine revolutions. down completely in automatic mode, In the event of an interruption of the transmission shifts to a lower gear power supply, the selector lever Electronic driving...
Page 131: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission 2. Release the selector lever trim Caution from the centre console at the front, fold it upwards and rotate it It is not advisable to drive with the to the left. hand resting on the selector lever. To engage reverse, with the vehicle stationary wait 3 seconds after 3.
Page 132: Brakes
Driving and operating Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Fault as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains 9 Warning The brake system comprises two steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits. If there is a fault in the ABS, the ABS control is made apparent If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can wheels may be liable to lock due...
Page 133: Parking Brake
Driving and operating Parking brake Electrical parking brake Do not operate electrical parking brake system too often without engine running because this will Manual parking brake discharge the battery. Before leaving the vehicle, check the electrical parking brake status. Control indicator m 3 77. Releasing Switch on ignition.
Page 134: Brake Assist
Driving and operating Dynamic braking when vehicle is Control indicator m flashes: electrical The hill start assist is not active during moving an Autostop. parking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuously When the vehicle is moving and the flashing, release electrical parking switch m is kept pulled, the electrical brake and retry applying.
Page 135: Traction Control System
Driving and operating Ride control systems TC is reactivated by pressing the b 9 Warning button again. Traction Control system TC is also reactivated the next time Do not let this special safety the ignition is switched on. feature tempt you into taking risks The Traction Control system (TC) is when driving.
Page 136: Sport Mode
Driving and operating ESC is reactivated by pressing the In each driving mode Flex Ride 9 Warning b button again. If the TC system was networks the following electronic systems: previously disabled, both TC and Do not let this special safety ESC are reactivated.
Page 137 Driving and operating SPORT mode ■ Shift points of automatic into sporty settings. The DMC transmission occur in a comfort changes to SPORT mode in case of The settings of the systems are mode. very sporty driving behaviour. adapted to a sportier driving style: ■...
Page 138 Driving and operating Flex Ride - VXR Version VXR Flex Ride driving system allows NORMAL mode the driver to select between three In NORMAL mode, when neither The VXR Version of Flex Ride system driving modes: SPORT nor VXR button is pressed, works in the same way as the all settings of the systems are standard Flex Ride system with the...
Page 139: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and operating Driver assistance maintained. Control indicator m in instrument cluster illuminates green. systems Accelerator pedal can be released. Vehicle speed can be increased by depressing the accelerator pedal. 9 Warning When the accelerator pedal is released, the previously stored speed Driver assistance systems are is resumed.
Page 140: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Deactivation Switching off Activation Press button y, control indicator m in Press button m, control indicator m in instrument cluster extinguishes. The instrument cluster illuminates white. stored speed is deleted. Cruise control is deactivated. Last used set speed is stored in memory Pressing button L for activating for later speed resume.
Page 141: Following Distance
Driving and operating maximum speed. Speed limit is The limited speed will flash in the By pressing button m to activate displayed in the Driver Information Driver Information Centre and cruise control or adaptive cruise Centre. a chime sounds during this period. control or by switching off the ignition, speed limiter is also deactivated and Release the accelerator pedal and...
Page 142: Parking Assist
Driving and operating Parking assist parking assist the system consists of four additional ultrasonic parking sensors in the front bumper. The system uses two different frequencies for the front and rear sensors, respectively, each with a different sound. Control indicator r 3 78. Activation The minimum indicated distance is 0.5 seconds.
Page 143 Driving and operating An illuminated LED in the parking If the r button is pressed once Important hints for using the assist button indicates that the within an ignition cycle, the front parking assist system is ready to operate. parking assist is always reactivated when the vehicle speed goes below Depending on which of the sensors 9 Warning...
Page 144: Traffic Sign Assistant
Driving and operating Traffic sign assistant Road signs Special conditions apply if there ■ beginning of motorway are taller vehicles involved (e.g. Functionality ■ end of motorway off-road vehicles, mini vans, vans). Object identification in the The traffic sign assistant system ■...
Page 145 Driving and operating An exclamation mark in a frame Traffic signs are displayed on the indicates that there is an add on sign page Traffic sign detection in the Trip/ detected which cannot be recognised Fuel Information Menu, chosen via by the system.
Page 146 Driving and operating The content of the traffic sign page is Once setting page is displayed, select also cleared during driving by pushing Off to deactivate pop-up function. the SET/CLR button on the turn signal Reactivated by selecting On. When lever for a longer time.
Page 147: Lane Departure Warning
Driving and operating Lane departure warning ■ traffic signs do not comply with the Activation Vienna Convention on traffic signs The lane departure warning system (Wiener Übereinkommen über observes the lane markings between Straßenverkehrszeichen) which the vehicle is driving via a front camera.
Page 148: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel When the system recognises an Fault unintended lane change, the control The lane departure warning system indicator ) changes to yellow and Fuel for petrol engines may not operate properly when: flashes. Simultaneously a chime ■ the windscreen is not clean Only use unleaded fuel that complies sound is activated.
Page 149: Fuel For Diesel Engines
Driving and operating Caution Caution 9 Danger Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to Before refuelling, switch off engine EN 228 or similar can lead to EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with deposits or engine damage and engine powerloss, increased wear...
Page 150: Fuel Consumption - Co
Fuel consumption - CO Emissions The minimum fuel consumption (combined) of the model Vauxhall Astra GTC is 63 mpg The fuel filler flap can only be opened The fuel filler cap can be retained in if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
Page 151: Towing
Driving and operating Towing Driving characteristics and Fuel consumption data and CO emission data are determined towing tips according to regulation R (EC) No. General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate 715/2007 (in the version respectively Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball.
Page 152: Trailer Towing
Driving and operating Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the specified on the identification plate Trailer loads towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 200. permissible rear axle load (see The permissible trailer loads are identification plate or vehicle...
Page 153 Driving and operating Stowage of coupling ball bar Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar Disengage and fold down the socket. The bag with the coupling ball bar is ■ Red marking on rotary knob must Remove the sealing plug from the stowed in the rear stowage point towards green marking on...
Page 154 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable in the opening and push firmly upwards until it audibly engages. The rotary handle snaps back into its original position resting against the coupling ball bar without a gap. 9 Warning Do not touch rotary handle during insertion.
Page 155: Trailer Stability Assist
Driving and operating ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly Open the protective flap and turn the engaged in the opening. key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. ■ The coupling ball bar must be locked and the key removed. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 156: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time If the vehicle is to be stored for several modifications General Information ....155 months: We recommend the use of genuine Vehicle checks ......156 ■...
Page 157: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks ■ Disconnect the clamp from the 9 Danger negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Beware that all systems are Performing work The ignition system and Xenon not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm headlights use extremely high system. voltage.
Page 158: Engine Oil
Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an Caution Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. It is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of an Closing appropriate quality oil in the Before closing the bonnet, press the engine.
Page 159: Engine Coolant
Vehicle care We recommend the use of the same Coolant level grade of engine oil that was used at last change. Caution The engine oil level must not exceed Too low a coolant level can cause the MAX mark on the dipstick. engine damage.
Page 160: Washer Fluid
Vehicle care Washer fluid Brakes 9 Warning In the event of minimum thickness of Allow the engine to cool before the brake lining, a squealing noise opening the cap. Carefully open sounds during braking. the cap, relieving the pressure Continued driving is possible but slowly.
Page 161 Vehicle care Battery The anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivated as follows: Switch the The vehicle battery is maintenance- ignition on then off, disconnect the free provided that the driving profile vehicle's battery within 15 seconds. allows sufficient charging of the Battery discharge protection 3 110.
Page 162 ■ Explosive gas may be present in Vauxhall battery. the vicinity of the battery. Note Using an AGM battery different from the original Vauxhall battery might result in a lower performance of the stop-start system. We recommend that you have the battery replaced by a workshop.
Page 163: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle care Diesel fuel system Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the Lower wiper arm carefully. raised position, press button to bleeding disengage the wiper blade and remove. If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled. Switch on Attach the wiper blade slightly angled the ignition three times for to the wiper arm and push until it...
Page 164: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Halogen headlights Low/High beam (1) Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands. Use only the same bulb type for replacement.
Page 165 Vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder Front turn signal (2) 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise anticlockwise to disengage. and remove. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate cap (2) anticlockwise and 3. Remove the bulb from the socket remove it.
Page 166 Vehicle care Adaptive forward lighting Sidelight/Daytime running light 9 Danger Adaptive forward lighting system uses Xenon headlights. Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Bulbs for front turn signal and corner lighting can be changed.
Page 167 Vehicle care Cornering light 2. Rotate the bulb holder Front turn signal anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. remove it. 3. Disengage the bulb from the plug connector by pulling.
Page 168: Fog Lights
Vehicle care Fog lights 2. Rotate bulb socket anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb socket from the reflector. 2. Unscrew both screws and remove 1. Disengage the cover with light assembly. a screwdriver in the recess and 3. Remove the bulb from the socket remove the cover.
Page 169: Tail Lights
Vehicle care Tail lights 3. Turn the bulb holder anti- 2. Unscrew both plastic securing clockwise and remove it from the nuts from the inside by hand. reflector. 4. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 5.
Page 170 Vehicle care 8. Fit light assembly onto retaining pins and tighten the securing nuts. 9. Close the cover and engage. Lights in the tailgate 5. Remove and replace the bulb by 4. Turn bulb holder anti-clockwise turning the bulb socket anti- and remove it from the reflector.
Page 171: Instrument Panel
Vehicle care 7. Install the tail light assembly in the Load compartment light tailgate and tighten the screws. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 8. Attach all covers. Instrument panel Side turn signal lights illumination Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Page 172: Electrical System
Vehicle care Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are three fuse boxes in the vehicle: ■ in the front left of the engine compartment, ■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in the interior behind the storage compartment, or, in right-hand drive vehicles, behind the...
Page 173: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops.
Page 174 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit Engine control module 17 Transmission control module 34 – Lambda probe 18 Heated rear window 35 Power windows Fuel injection, ignition system 19 Front power windows 36 – Fuel injection, ignition system 20 Rear power windows 37 Canister vent solenoid –...
Page 175: Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box No. Circuit 50 Headlamp levelling 51 Air shutter 52 Auxiliary heater, diesel engine 53 Transmission control module, Engine control module 54 Wiring monitoring After having changed defective fuses close the fuse box cover and press In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse until it engages.
Page 176 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit Displays 17 Air conditioning system Exterior lights 18 Prefuse: radio, Infotainment, displays Exterior lights 19 Brake lights, tail lights, interior Radio lights Infotainment system, 20 – instrument 21 – Power outlet front 22 Ignition switch Power outlet rear seat Remove the cover.
Page 177 Vehicle care Fuse assignments No. Circuit No. Circuit Trailer module 18 – Trailer outlet 19 Steering wheel heating Parking assist 20 – – 21 Seat heating – 22 – – 23 – – 24 – Anti-theft alarm system 25 – –...
Page 178: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools Wheels and tyres Tools Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right Vehicles with tyre repair kit angles if possible. Driving over sharp edges can cause tyre and wheel damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Page 179: Tyre Pressure
Vehicle care Tyre designations 9 Warning E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H If the pressure is too low, this can 215 = Tyre width, mm result in considerable tyre warm- = Cross-section ratio (tyre up and internal damage, leading to height to tyre width), % tread separation and even to tyre = Belt type: Radial...
Page 180 Vehicle care The menu can be selected by the Control indicator w 3 79. buttons on the turn signal lever. Vehicle messages 3 86. If the tyre pressure must be reduced or increased, switch off ignition. If a complete set of wheels without sensors is mounted (e.g.
Page 181: Tread Depth
Vehicle care The tyre pressure monitoring system Temperature compensation valve cores and sealing rings must be Cold tyres decrease the tyre replaced each time the tyres are pressure, warm tyres increase the changed. tyre pressure. The tyre pressure monitoring system considers this Adaptive threshold function effect for the warning messages.
Page 182: Tyre Chains
Vehicle care Changing tyre and wheel If the wheel covers and tyres used are Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of not factory approved, the tyres must size 225/55 R 17 and 235/45 R18. size not have a rim protection ridge. Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread If tyres of a different size than those...
Page 183: Tyre Repair Kit
Vehicle care Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread can be repaired with the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies from the tyres. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Page 184 Vehicle care 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 9. Connect the compressor plug to 12. All of the sealant is pumped into the connection on the sealant the power outlet or cigarette the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. bottle.
Page 185: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care tyre is too badly damaged. Seek hose directly onto tyre valve and If unusual noise is heard or the the assistance of a workshop. compressor when doing this. compressor becomes hot, turn compressor off for at least Drain excess tyre pressure with 30 minutes.
Page 186 Vehicle care Make the following preparations and ■ Clean wheel nuts and thread with place a soft cloth between the observe the following information: a clean cloth before mounting the screwdriver and the alloy wheel. wheel. ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface.
Page 187 Vehicle care 3. Ensure the jack is correctly positioned under the relevant vehicle jacking point. On versions with sill panelling: firstly pull out the cover on the sill panelling at the respective jacking point. Attach jack handle and with the 2.
Page 188: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Rear arm position of the lifting The spare wheel has a steel rim. cover with the tyre valve before platform centrically under the recess installing. of the sill. Caution Install wheel nut caps. The use of a spare wheel that is Install centre cap on alloy wheels.
Page 189 Vehicle care The spare wheel well is not designed 3. Place the hook end of the strap for other tyre sizes than spare wheel. through the loop and pull it until the strap is fastened securely to Stowing a damaged wheel in the the lashing eye.
Page 190 Vehicle care Stowing the spare wheel back in Only mount one temporary spare 9 Warning wheel. Do not drive faster than the well after replacing the 50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not damaged wheel Storing a jack, a wheel or other use for a long period of time.
Page 191: Jump Starting
Vehicle care Jump starting ■ A discharged battery can already ■ The vehicles must not come into freeze at a temperature of 0 °C. contact with each other during the Defrost the frozen battery before jump starting process. Do not start with quick charger. connecting jump leads.
Page 192: Towing
Vehicle care Towing 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, 5.
Page 193: Towing Another Vehicle
Vehicle care Towing another vehicle Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close the Screw in the towing eye as far as it will...
Page 194: Appearance Care
Vehicle care Appearance care Caution Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can Locks damage the vehicle. The locks are lubricated at the factory After towing, unscrew the towing eye. using a high quality lock cylinder grease.
Page 195: Exterior Lights
Vehicle care If using a vehicle wash, comply with On vehicles with emblem touchpad: Paintwork polish with silicone forms the vehicle wash manufacturer's when cleaning with a high-pressure a protective film, making waxing instructions. The windscreen wiper jet cleaner ensure a minimum unnecessary.
Page 196: Interior Care
Vehicle care Glass panel After the underbody is washed, check Clean the leather upholstery with the underbody and have it waxed if clear water and a soft cloth. In case of Never clean with solvents or abrasive necessary. heavy soiling, use leather care. agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.
Page 197 Vehicle care Plastic and rubber parts Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same cleaner as used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high- pressure jet cleaners.
Page 198: Service And Maintenance
Service and maintenance Service and General information Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, maintenance Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Service information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, In order to ensure economical and Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, safe vehicle operation and to Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Page 199: Recommended Fluids
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Make sure that the Service and aging control, whereas viscosity Warranty Booklet is completed grade gives information on the oil's lubricants and parts correctly as continuous proof of thickness over a temperature range. service is essential if any warranty or Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Recommended fluids and goodwill claims are to be met, and is...
Page 200 Service and maintenance Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze Over time, brake fluid absorbs based on its quality and on the moisture which will reduce braking Use only organic acid type-long life minimum ambient temperature effectiveness. The brake fluid should coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for 3 202.
Page 201: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....200 Vehicle data ....... 202 The identification plate is located on the front left door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen.
Page 202 Technical data Information on identification label: Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over 1 = Manufacturer those given in this manual. 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = Permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = Maximum permissible front axle...
Page 203: Vehicle Data
Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 –...
Page 204 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔...
Page 205 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔...
Page 206: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code A14XER A14NEL A14NET Number of cylinders 1398 1362 1362 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 6000 4200-6000 4900-6000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4000 1850-4200 1850-4900 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Petrol Octane rating RON recommended...
Page 207 Technical data Sales designation 2.0 VXR Engine identifier code A16LET A18XER A20NFT Number of cylinders 1598 1796 1998 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 5500 6300 5300 Torque [Nm] at rpm 2200 3800 2400-4800 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Petrol Octane rating RON recommended...
Page 208 Technical data Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo Engine identifier code A17DTC A17DTS A20DTJ A20DTH Number of cylinders 1686 1686 1956 1956 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 4000 4000 4000 4000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 1750- 2500 2000-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500...
Page 209 Technical data Engine A17DTS AA17DTC AA20DTJ A20DTH Maximum speed [mph] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle. Value was not available at time of printing.
Page 210: Vehicle Weight
Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission with air conditioning A14XER 1437 – [kg] A14NEL 1437 – A14NET 1437 A16LET 1471 – A17DTS – A17DTC – A18XER – A20DTJ A20DTH 1550 A20NFT –...
Page 211 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission with air conditioning A14XER 1571 – [kg] A14NEL 1571 – A14NET 1571 A16LET 1613 – A17DTS – A17DTC – A18XER – A20DTJ A20DTH 1701 A20NFT –...
Page 212: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 4466 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1840 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1482 Length of load compartment floor [mm] Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1617 Load compartment width [mm] Load compartment height [mm]...
Page 213 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A14XER, A16LET A17DTS, A18XER A20DTJ, A20NFT A14NEL, A17DTC A20DTH A14NET including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l]...
Page 214: Tyre Pressures
Technical data Tyre pressures Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A14XER, 225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38) A18XER...
Page 215 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A16LET 225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38) 235/45 R19, 235/50 R18,...
Page 216 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTJ, 225/55 R17, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) A20DTH 235/45 R19,...
Page 217 Technical data Towing hitch installation dimensions...
Page 218: Customer Information
To read this data, special equipment and access to the vehicle is required. Some diagnostic data is electronically fed into Vauxhall global systems when the vehicle is serviced in a workshop, in order to document the...
Page 219 ■ to share summary data which is not vehicle transmitters for garage door tied to a specific vehicle with other openers. RFID technology in organisations for research Vauxhall vehicles does not use or purposes record personal information or link with any other Vauxhall system containing personal information.
Page 220 Customer information...
Page 221: Index
Index Accessories and vehicle Battery ........160 modifications ......155 Battery discharge protection ..110 Active head restraints....34 Battery voltage ......90 Adaptive forward lighting ..Bonnet ........156 ........80, 102, 165 Brake and clutch fluid....198 Adjustable air vents ....118 Brake and clutch system .....
Page 222 Code..........86 Electronic climate control Fog lights ........167 Control indicators......72 system ........114 Folding ......... 28 Control of the vehicle ....120 Electronic driving programmes . . 129 Following distance indication..140 Controls........63 Electronic Stability Control..134 Front airbag system .....
Page 223 Headlights when driving abroad 102 Interior mirrors......29 Memorised settings...... 21 Head restraint adjustment ..... 8 Interruption of power supply ..129 Mirror adjustment ......9 Head restraints ......33 Introduction ........3 Misted light covers ..... 107 Heated ......... 28 ISOFIX child restraint systems ..
Page 224 Selector lever ......127 Top-tether fastening eyes .... 51 Service ....... 119, 197 Towing........ 150, 191 Quickheat........118 Service display ......72 Towing another vehicle ..... 192 Service information ....197 Towing equipment ..... 151 Radio Frequency Identification Service vehicle soon ....76 Towing hitch installation (RFID)........
Page 225 Wheel covers ......181 Wheels and tyres ....... 177 Ultrasonic parking assist ..78, 141 Windows........29 Upshift.......... 77 Windscreen........29 Using this manual ......3 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 65 Winter tyres ....... 177 Vehicle checks......156 Wiper blade replacement ..162 Vehicle data........

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