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Owner’s Manual Model Year 2013 Edition: July 2012 TS 1612-A-13 0 - 1 VAUXHALL Astra Owner’s Manual Model Year 2013 Edition: July 2012 TS 1612-A-13...
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 19 Seats, restraints ......46 Storage ........66 Instruments and controls ..... 83 Lighting ........114 Climate control ......121 Driving and operating ....129 Vehicle care ....... 156 Service and maintenance ..
"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.
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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...
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Electronic key Radio remote control Initial drive information When in possession of the electronic key, simply pulling the door handle will unlock the vehicle and open the Press button q to unlock the vehicle. door.
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination by Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in shifting body weight. Release lever engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be and audibly engage seat in position.
In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Electric adjustment Interior mirror Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is Select the relevant exterior mirror and Swivel the lever on the underside to fully locked. Do not adjust steering adjust.
In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and Turn and lane-change signals low beam To the right = Lever up Turn light switch To the left = Lever down Headlight flash = Pull lever = Off High beam = Push lever = sidelights Turn and lane-change signals Low beam...
In brief Horn Washer and wiper systems Hazard warning flashers Windscreen wiper Operated with the ¨ button. Press j. Hazard warning flashers 3 116. & = fast % = slow $ = timed interval wipe or automatic wiping with rain sensor §...
In brief Climate control Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer washer systems systems Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Pull lever. Wipers on = push lever Wipers off = push lever again Windscreen and headlight washer Wash = push lever and hold Heating is operated by pressing the system 3 84, Washer fluid 3 160.
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In brief Transmission Demisting and defrosting the Manual transmission automated windows Manual transmission N = neutral o = drive Air distribution to l. + = higher gear Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, Set temperature control to warmest = lower gear wait 3 seconds after depressing level.
In brief Starting off Automatic transmission Starting engine with ignition switch Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 185, 3 227. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 158. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
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In brief Parking Starting engine with Start/Stop If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, engage reverse gear or set the button ■ Always apply the parking brake selector lever to P before switching without pressing the release button. off the ignition. Turn the front Apply as firmly as possible on a wheels towards the kerb.
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In brief ■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 157. ■ After running at high engine speeds or with 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.
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 ........... 27 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
■ Interference from higher-power ■ Power windows Replace the battery (battery type radio waves from other sources ■ Electric roof on Astra TwinTop CR 2032), paying attention to the Unlocking 3 24. installation position. Close the unit The radio remote control has an and synchronise.
Keys, doors and windows Open&Start system Radio remote control synchronisation After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door lock. The radio remote control will be synchronised when you switch on the ignition. Memorised settings Whenever the key is removed from the ignition switch, the following settings are automatically...
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Keys, doors and windows If the ignition has been switched off Radio remote control Emergency operation and the vehicle is stationary, the steering wheel lock activates automatically when the driver's door is opened or closed. Control indicator 0 3 98. Note Do not put the electronic key in the load compartment or in front of the...
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Keys, doors and windows Replacing battery in electronic Replace the battery as soon as the system no longer operates properly or the range is reduced. The need for battery replacement is indicated by InSP3 in the service display or by a check control message in the Info-Display.
Keys, doors and windows Central locking system To replace the battery, press the Unlocking locking mechanism and remove the Unlocks and locks doors, load Radio remote control cap by applying light pressure. Press compartment and fuel filler flap. the cap on the other side outwards. A pull on an interior door handle Replace the battery (battery type unlocks the entire vehicle and opens...
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Keys, doors and windows Electronic key Radio remote control Touch the sensor field in the door handle of one of the front doors. The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approximately 1 metre. The other electronic key must not be inside the vehicle.
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2 minutes after locking Manual unlocking of boot lid For Astra TwinTop with open roof - with the radio remote control. Folding the rear seat backrests after opening the driver's door, press If the doors are locked from the inside 3 51.
Keys, doors and windows Doors Child locks Locking Load compartment Opening Insert key or emergency key 3 21 into 9 Warning opening above lock on inside of door and operate lock by pressing until it clicks. Then close the door. The Use the child locks whenever procedure must be carried out for children are occupying the rear...
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Note Activating with the radio remote The installation of certain heavy control accessories onto the tailgate may Anti-theft locking system affect its ability to remain open. Central locking system 3 24 9 Warning Closing Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the...
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Keys, doors and windows Activating with the electronic It monitors: Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and ■ Doors, load compartment, bonnet, vehicle inclination ■ Passenger compartment, ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised, ■ Ignition. Unlocking the vehicle deactivates the anti-theft alarm system.
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If the vehicle's battery is to be quickly bonnet open, or disconnected (e.g. for maintenance For Astra TwinTop, passenger system fault work), the alarm siren must be compartment monitoring is deactivated as follows: switch the deactivated if the roof is open to...
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors Electric adjustment Note The immobiliser does not lock the doors. You should always lock the Convex shape vehicle after leaving it and switch on The convex exterior mirror contains the anti-theft alarm system 3 24, an aspherical area and reduces blind 3 29.
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Keys, doors and windows Folding Heated Electric folding Press the n button and both exterior For pedestrian safety, the exterior Operated by pressing the Ü button. mirrors will fold. mirrors will swing out of their normal Heating functions with the engine mounting position if they are struck Press button n again - both exterior running and is switched off...
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.
Keys, doors and windows Windscreen stickers Power windows can be operated Astra TwinTop: when a door is opened the window opens slightly Do not attach stickers such as toll ■ with ignition on and closes automatically when the road stickers or similar on the ■...
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Keys, doors and windows Central switch for electric Child safety system for rear Radio remote control windows, Astra TwinTop windows Press q or p until all windows have opened or closed. Press $ or " to open or close all Switch z can be used to activate or windows.
The electronic key must be outside automatically after a short time. the vehicle, within a range of approx. Astra TwinTop: The heated rear 1 metre. window and heated exterior mirrors are deactivated when the roof is Overload open.
Keys, doors and windows Roof Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or Sunroof swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. 9 Warning If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed Take care when operating the when driving.
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Keys, doors and windows Sunblind Caution When using a roof rack, check the free movement of the sunroof in order to avoid damage. It is only permitted to raise the sunroof. Note If the top of the roof is wet, tilt sunroof, allow water to run off and then open sunroof.
Keys, doors and windows Initialising the sunroof If any of these requirements are not Make sure that nothing could fulfilled, a warning buzzer sounds If the sunroof and sunblind cannot be become pinched. Make sure no when the switch is actuated and the operated (e.g.
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Keys, doors and windows The door windows are opened slightly Close Close with remote control before the roof is opened. If button > is pressed again after the acoustic signal sounds, the door windows will close. Open with remote control With vehicle stationary, lock the Hold button <...
■ To prevent and remedy squeaking Rollover protection system temperatures above -20 °C. If the noises of the roof seals a special The Astra TwinTop is equipped with temperature is below this limit, a maintenance kit is available at your rollover protection with reinforced gong will sound three times when Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Keys, doors and windows Fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the The convertible roof must not be 9 Warning vehicle bodywork. operated if the anti-roll bars have been deployed. A continuous warning The roof cannot be closed or Deployable anti-roll bars will sound if the switch is actuated.
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Keys, doors and windows The roof can only be opened if the Failure of electric drive For the version with spare wheel, the load in the load compartment does wind deflector is folded away in the Push locking lever forward. not exceed the height of the load load compartment.
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Keys, doors and windows 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. Join together the unfolded ends of the Insert the guide clips of the wind wind deflector: Press in the pin at the deflector in the seat belt recesses...
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Keys, doors and windows Removing Remove in reverse order, wind deflector is completely folded down in the load compartment: ■ for tyre repair kit in the compartment below the loading floor cover ■ for version with spare wheel , place in load compartment The wind deflector must never protrude upwards or sideways above...
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front and rear outboard head restraints Position Head restraints ......46 9 Warning Front seats ........48 Rear seats ........52 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ........53 set to the proper position. Airbag system ......
Seats, restraints Rear centre head restraint Adjusting the rear head restraints, Removing Astra TwinTop Pull the head restraint upwards or Press the catches and pull up the Pull the head restraint up or press press the catch to release and push head restraint.
Seats, restraints Front seats Note ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached to the front passenger seat Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position head restraint if the seat is not in use. possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly 9 Warning...
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Seats, restraints ■ Adjust the thigh support so that Seat positioning Seat backrests there is a space approx. two fingers wide between the edge of the seat and the hollow of the knee. ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it supports the natural shape of the spine.
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Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Pull lever, adjust inclination by Turn handwheel. Do not lean on shifting body weight. Release lever backrest when adjusting. = seat higher and audibly engage seat in position. down = seat lower...
Seats, restraints Seat folding Adjustable thigh support In vehicles with a panoramic window: to tilt seats forward, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors. Armrest Press the button and slide the thigh Lift release lever and fold backrest support.
Seats, restraints Rear seats Heating TwinTop Armrest Hatchback and Estate Pull the armrest by the strap, pivot it Adjust heating to the desired setting down and position on the sit with the by pressing the ß button for the flat side up. respective seat one or more times with the ignition on.
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by 9 Warning only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 59. Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or Periodically check all parts of the belt fitting of belts) can trigger the belt system for damage, pollution and pretensioners.
Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt Height adjustment Fastening seat belt Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place 1. Pull belt out slightly. objects such as handbags or mobile 2. Press button. phones between the belt and your Withdraw the belt from the retractor, body.
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Seats, restraints Removing seat belt TwinTop To prevent the seat belts from making flapping noise when the sun roof and/ or the windows are open, the seat belts of unoccupied rear seats can be secured behind the armrest. Using the seat belt while pregnant Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder.
Seats, restraints Airbag system Front airbag system Each airbag/anti-roll bar is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags/ anti-roll bars replaced by a The airbag system consists of a workshop. Furthermore, it might be number of individual systems necessary to have the steering depending on the scope of wheel, the instrument panel, parts of equipment.
Seats, restraints Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the airbag is able to protect. Side airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the Additionally there is a warning label impact, thereby reducing the risk of on the side of the instrument panel, injury to the upper body and head of visible when the front passenger door the front seat occupants...
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...
Always comply with local or national Note regulations. In some countries, the On the Astra TwinTop, there may be 9 Danger use of child restraint systems is interference in radio reception of forbidden on certain seats. certain frequencies in the medium...
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Seats, restraints Suitable are restraint systems that comply with ECE 44-03 or ECE 44-04. Check local laws and regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems. 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.
Group III: 22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 to 12 years = 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 to uppermost position.
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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...
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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 –...
ISOFIX transponders. mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system Vauxhall child restraint systems with positions are marked in the table by transponders are automatically In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, detected if correctly installed to the...
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Seats, restraints Note There must be no objects (e.g. plastic sheet or heating mats) between the seat and the child restraint system. Seat occupancy recognition 3 58.
Storage Storage Storage compartments Lockable glovebox, Astra TwinTop with Open&Start Glovebox system In addition to the electronic key of the Storage compartments ....66 Open&Start system, there is a Load compartment ....... 67 standard key without remote control for the glovebox lock.
Storage Load compartment Sunglasses storage Armrest storage Storage in the front armrest Load compartment extension, Hatchback 3-door / 5-door Folding down rear backrests Fold down and open. Do not use for storing heavy objects. To open, press button and open upper part of armrest.
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Storage Folding down centre backrests Load compartment extension, Estate Folding down rear backrests Before restoring backrest to an upright position, guide the seat belt Push head restraint down as far as through the belt guides to protect possible 3 46. against damage.
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Storage Raise the seat cushion and fold the backrest Remove rear outer head restraints Disengage backrest (one-piece or and push centre head restraint all the split) using release button, fold way down 3 46. Stow the removed forward and engage. Pull the strap on the seat cushion and head restraints in the cavity below the lift the rear of the cushion forwards...
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Storage Folding down centre backrests Before restoring backrest to an With the seat cushions raised: insert upright position, guide the seat belt head restraints in backrests and Push head restraint down as far as through the belt guides to protect adjust 3 46.
Storage Load compartment extension, The tyre repair kit is on the right side behind the cover 3 189. TwinTop Loading area between rear seats Load compartment cover Hatchback 3-door / 5-door Removing The cover behind the armrest can be locked from load compartment: horizontal position = locked vertical position = unlocked...
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Storage Estate Pull the cover towards the rear using Removing the handle and engage it in the Do not place any heavy or sharp- retainers at the sides. edged objects on the load compartment cover. Open the load compartment cover and detach the hooks from the head To cover the gap between the load restraints.
Storage Lashing eyes TwinTop The roof can only be operated with the blind engaged in the recess. Load rails and hooks Opening The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.g. Release load compartment blind from using lashing straps, luggage net or recesses on left and right, blind rolls safety net.
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Storage Variable partition net To remove, press the net rod together and remove from the adapters. Fold open the adapter handle plate, disengage from lower groove and then from upper groove. Hooks and net pocket The system consists of ■ adapters Insert an adapter into each rail: fold ■...
Storage Loading assist Cargo box ■ Briefly press loading aid button: The folded roof is raised. The roof Foldable box under the floor cover remains in this end position for On TwinTop: The loading aid Easy used to divide the load compartment. approx.
Storage ■ Observe marked maximum load Note ■ One minute before the end of the height hold time for the raised loading aid, ■ Do not place objects on or near the a warning buzzer will sound to ■ Suspend the load compartment load compartment blind remind you to lower the roof blind from the rear window frame...
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Storage Installation Behind the rear seats Behind front seats Adjust strap length on safety net by Adjust strap length on safety net by There are two installation openings in attaching the upper hook to the eye of attaching the upper hook to the eye of the roof frame: suspend and engage the strap and attach to eyes in the the strap and attach to eyes in the...
Storage Load compartment grille Removal Lock grille in open position. To close the grille section from the Tilt length adjuster of the net To transport long objects, part of the open position, push bracket down, tensioning belt upwards and detach load compartment grille behind the fold down grille and engage.
Storage First aid kit Do not place any heavy objects on the For vehicles with cargo box: Lift the folding tray. warning triangle with the right half of the cargo box. Pull out the warning Hatchback 3-door / 5-door triangle to the right. Warning triangle Estate, Van Hatchback 3-door / 5-door,...
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Storage Estate TwinTop Fasten the first-aid kit to the left load Place first aid kit in stowage Store the first-aid kit in the recess compartment wall with a retaining compartment behind the driver's seat. behind the strap in the left load strap.
Version with roof railing approved roof rack system is recommended. Roof loads are not permitted on the Astra TwinTop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use. Version without roof railing ■...
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■ Astra TwinTop: pay attention to the vehicle’s higher centre of maximum loading height with roof gravity. Distribute the load evenly open.
Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........83 Warning lights, gauges and indicators ........90 Information displays ..... 99 Vehicle messages ...... 106 Trip computer ......109 The Infotainment system and the Info-Display can be operated via the controls on the steering wheel.
Instruments and controls Horn Windscreen wiper/washer Run through the windscreen wiper stages by pushing the lever past the resistance point and holding. An Windscreen wiper acoustic signal sounds at §. Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval Press j.
Instruments and controls After turning on the ignition and Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on setting the lever to $, the interval is the windscreen and the wiper wipes set to 6 seconds. for a few strokes. If the lights are on, washer fluid is also Automatic wiping with rain sensor sprayed on the headlights.
Instruments and controls Do not use if the rear window is Board-Info-Display as a warning for 9 Warning frozen. icy road conditions. : remains illuminated until temperatures reach Switch off in car washes. The road surface may already be at least 5 °C. The rear screen wiper comes on icy even though the display automatically when the windscreen...
Instruments and controls Set date and time in Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we Triple-Info-Display recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Activate setting mode and set it to year setting. Hold the Ö button depressed about 3 seconds until } flashes in the display and “RDS TIME"...
Instruments and controls Cigarette lighter Connecting electrical accessories while the engine is off will discharge the battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 Watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839.
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Instruments and controls Ashtray, front To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray insert and pull upwards. Ashtray, rear To empty, press spring and pull the ashtray straight out rearwards. Press ashtray cover to open. Pull out by pushing on one of the sides.
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer Tachometer 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 bottom line displays the recorded Displays the engine speed. distance.
Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Service display The control indicator colours mean: = Danger, important reminder, Yellow = Warning, information, fault, Green = Confirmation of activation, Blue = Confirmation of activation. Displays the fuel level in the tank The message InSP appears when it depending on the operation mode.
Instruments and controls Turn signal Flashes 9 Warning After starting off until the seat belt is O illuminates or flashes green. fastened. Have the cause of the fault Illuminates Fastening the seat belt 3 54. remedied immediately by a workshop. The control indicator illuminates briefly when the parking lights are Airbag, belt tensioners and...
Instruments and controls Illuminates when the ignition is Flashes when the engine is 9 Danger switched on and goes out shortly after running the engine starts. Fault that could lead to catalytic If a child restraint system is fitted converter damage. Ease up on the and the control indicator is not Illuminates when the engine is accelerator until the flashing stops.
Instruments and controls Sport mode Flashes with switched on Flashes ignition On vehicle with automated manual 1 illuminates yellow. transmission, flashes for a few Fault in the immobiliser system. The The symbol is illuminated when Sport seconds when the ignition is switched engine cannot be started 3 30.
Instruments and controls Engine coolant Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 147. Flashes in vehicles fitted with a diesel particle temperature Electronic Stability filter. W illuminates red. Program Control indicator ! flashes if the filter requires cleaning and previous Illuminates when the engine is v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls Engine oil pressure Control indicator illuminates 9 Warning yellow I illuminates red. Fault in system or tyre without When the engine is off, Illuminates when the ignition is pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare considerably more force is needed switched on and goes out shortly after wheel).
Instruments and controls High beam Illuminates Illuminates Level in fuel tank too low. Fault in system. Try to operate with C illuminates blue. the spare key, the remote control or Illuminates when high beam is on and Flashes through emergency operation. Hold during headlamp flash 3 115.
Instruments and controls Information displays Fog light Board-Info-Display > illuminates green. Triple-Info-Display Illuminates when the front fog lights are on 3 117. Rear fog light r illuminates yellow. Illuminates when the rear fog light is on 3 117. Cruise control m illuminates green.
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Instruments and controls Select using the Infotainment system Select using the left adjuster wheel on System settings buttons the steering wheel Press the Settings button of the In the Settings menu, use the OK Press the adjuster wheel to open the Infotainment system.
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Instruments and controls Automatic time synchronisation Setting date and time Language selection The RDS signal of most VHF The value ready for modification is The display language for some transmitters automatically sets the marked with arrows. Use the arrow functions can be selected. time.
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Instruments and controls Graphic-Info-Display, Setting units of measure Selecting functions Functions and settings of the Colour-Info-Display Infotainment system and electronic climate control system are accessed via the display. Selections are made via the menus and buttons, the multifunction control of the Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel of the steering wheel.
Instruments and controls Select menu items via the menus and Press the multifunction control to Function areas using the Infotainment system select the highlighted item or confirm buttons. The OK button is used to a command. select the highlighted item or confirm To exit a menu, turn the multifunction a command.
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Instruments and controls System settings Setting date and time Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. The function is activated by ticking the field in front of Synchron. clock automatical.
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Instruments and controls Setting units of measure Adjusting contrast (Graphic-Info-Display) Selection is indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. Select menu item Units from the In systems with voice output, when Settings menu. Select menu item Contrast from the the language setting of the display is Settings menu.
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Always day design: black or coloured ■ If the speed programmed at the text on light background. factory is exceeded. Always night design: white or ■ If the vehicle has automated Messages are given via the coloured text on dark background.
Instruments and controls Engine cooling level When operating the retractable ■ Continuous warning buzzer during roof operation if the anti-roll bars hardtop have been triggered. ■ Indicator buzzer upon completed ■ Continuous warning buzzer starting opening or closing of the one minute before the end of the convertible hardtop.
Instruments and controls Lighting Anti-theft alarm system Important exterior lights, including System fault in anti-theft alarm cables and fuses, are monitored. In system. Have the cause of the fault trailer mode, trailer lighting is also remedied by a workshop. monitored. Trailers with LED lighting must have an adapter that enables Tyre pressure light monitoring as with conventional...
Instruments and controls Trip computer Instantaneous consumption Average speed Displays average speed. The Trip computer in Board- measurement can be reset at any time. Info-Display Stoppages in the journey with the Access the data by pressing the BC ignition off are not included in the button on the Infotainment system or calculations.
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Instruments and controls Trip computer in Graphic- Range is calculated from current fuel Select the function. Press the OK tank content and current button or the left adjuster wheel on the Info-Display or Colour- consumption. The display shows steering wheel to start or stop the stop Info-Display average values.
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Instruments and controls Range When the fuel level in the tank is low, Distance the message Range appears in the Displays distance travelled. The Range is calculated from current fuel display. measurement can be reset at any tank content and current When the fuel tank is nearly empty, time.
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Instruments and controls Absolute consumption Displays fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average consumption Displays average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Restart trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer The information of the two trip To reset all information of a trip information can be restarted:...
Instruments and controls Stop watch Driving Time incl. Stops The current pressure of each tyre is displayed. The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. The time the vehicle is Further information 3 186. stationary with the ignition switched on is included.
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......114 Interior lighting ......118 Lighting features ......119 Light switch set to AUTO: When the engine is running, the exterior lighting is switched on when external light Turn light switch: conditions are poor.
Lighting High beam Headlight range 2 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden adjustment 3 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Manual headlight range adjustment Vehicles with automatic level control system 0 = front seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden 2 = driver's seat occupied and load...
Lighting However, when driving in countries On vehicle without automatic light The light beam pivots based on where traffic drives on the opposite control, 9 must be switched on when steering wheel position and speed. side of the road, adjust the headlights it gets dark for illumination of the Motorway lighting to prevent dazzling of oncoming...
Lighting Turn and lane-change Rear fog lights Move the lever to the resistance point and hold for longer indication. signals The rear fog light can only be Switch the turn signal off manually by switched on when both the ignition moving the lever slightly.
Lighting Interior lighting Interior lights When parked, the parking light on one side can be activated: During entry and exit of the vehicle, Instrument panel 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO. the front and centre courtesy lights illumination control 2.
Lighting Lighting features Reading lights Courtesy lights and rear reading lights Centre console lighting Spotlight in interior mirror housing. Daylight-dependent, automatically regulated centre console lighting. Entry lighting After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument panel lighting and the number plate lights come on for a few seconds.
Lighting Exit lighting The lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver's door is open. Battery discharge protection To prevent the battery from becoming discharged, all the interior lighting is switched off automatically after 10 minutes, when the ignition is switched off.
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems l = to windscreen and front door windows J = to windscreen, front door Heating and ventilation windows and foot well system K = to foot well Climate control systems ..... 121 Air vents ........127 Intermediate settings are possible.
Climate control ■ Open side air vents as required and Cooling n Air distribution to l: Air recirculation direct them towards door windows. is deactivated. Operated with the n button and is functional only when the engine and ■ For simultaneous warming of the Maximum cooling fan are running.
Climate control ■ Open side air vents as required and = Cooling Intermediate settings are possible. direct them towards door windows. 4 = Air recirculation Temperature preselection V = Demisting and defrosting ■ For simultaneous warming of the Set the temperature control to the foot well, set air distribution control Heated rear window Ü...
Climate control The air conditioning system cools and ■ Cooling n on. ■ Set temperature control to warmest dehumidifies (dries) when outside level. ■ Set air distribution control to M. temperature is above a specific level. ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. ■...
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Climate control Heated rear window Ü 3 36. The electronic climate control system Fan speed is only fully operational when the The selected fan speed is indicated The preselected temperature is engine is running. with x and a number in the display. automatically regulated.
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Climate control Individual menu items are marked by Cooling Fan regulation in automatic turning the centre control and mode selected by pressing it. Fan regulation in automatic mode can To exit a menu, turn the centre control be adapted. until Return or Main appear and Select menu item Automatic blower select.
Climate control Air vents Air conditioning with the engine not running Adjustable air vents When ignition is off, the residual heat or cooling in the system can be used At least one air vent must be open for climate control in passenger while cooling is on in order to prevent compartment.
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 outside temperature is too low.
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Driving hints ....... 129 Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. Starting and operating ....129 running During the first drive, smoke may Engine exhaust ......
Driving and operating Ignition switch positions Starting the engine Starting engine with the Start/Stop button Starting engine with ignition switch 0 = Ignition off The electronic key must be inside the 1 = Steering wheel lock released, vehicle. Operate clutch and brake, ignition off automatic transmission in P or N, do 2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine:...
Driving and operating Parking To repeat the starting procedure or to off the ignition. Turn the front switch off the engine, press the button wheels towards the kerb. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily again. ■ Lock the vehicle and activate the ignitable surface.
Driving and operating Engine exhaust consumption may be higher during this period. The emission of smells and smoke during this process is normal. 9 Danger Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows.
Driving and operating Automatic transmission Caution The automatic transmission makes Fuel grades other than those listed automatic shifting possible on pages 3 148, 3 211 could (automatic mode) and the version damage the catalytic converter or with ActiveSelect also makes manual electronic components.
Driving and operating Selector lever The selector lever can only be moved When the selector lever is in the P or out of P or N when the ignition is on N position, control indicator j in the P = park position, Front wheels and the foot brake is depressed gear indicator strip illuminates red locked, engage only when the...
Driving and operating Manual mode Do not accelerate while engaging a Rocking the vehicle gear. Never depress the accelerator Rocking the vehicle is only pedal and brake pedal at the same permissible if the vehicle is stuck in time. sand, mud or snow. Move the selector lever between D and R in a repeat When a gear is engaged, the vehicle pattern.
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Driving and operating No automatic shifting to a higher gear Winter programme T Activation on vehicles with manual takes place at a high engine speed. mode In automatic mode, press the T For reasons of safety, kickdown is button. Depending on road also available in manual mode.
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Driving and operating Kickdown Version without manual mode 2nd gear is not available. Manual shifting: = 1st gear = 3rd gear 3, D = 4th gear Version with manual mode Only the highest gear is available. Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode.
Driving and operating Manual transmission Caution It is inadvisable to drive with hand resting on the selector lever. 3. Push the yellow catch forward with a screwdriver and move the selector lever out of P. To engage reverse, with the vehicle 4.
Driving and operating Manual transmission Selector lever If the Winter programme is activated, T is illuminated. automated Starting the engine The Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic Depress the foot brake when starting gear shifting (automatic mode), both the engine.
Driving and operating Manual mode Starting off high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when Depress the foot brake and move the If a higher gear is selected when the braking. selector lever to A, + or -. The engine speed is too low, or a lower transmission is in automatic mode gear when the speed is too high, the...
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Driving and operating ■ The adaptive programme tailors Activation Kickdown gearshifting to the driving Press the T button. The transmission conditions, e.g. greater load or switches to automatic mode. The gradients. vehicle starts off in 2nd gear. Sport mode is deactivated. ■...
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Driving and operating A illuminates in the event of a fault. 5. Using a flat-head screwdriver, Continued driving is possible. Manual turn the adjusting screw under the mode cannot be used for shifting. cap clockwise until clear resistance can be felt. The clutch If F appears in the transmission has now been disengaged.
Driving and operating Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Caution as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains The brake system comprises two Towing the vehicle and starting steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits. the engine is not permitted when ABS control is made apparent the clutch has been disengaged in...
Driving and operating Ride control systems Fault Control indicator R 3 95. 9 Warning Brake assist Electronic stability program If the brake pedal is depressed If there is a fault in the ABS, the quickly and forcefully, maximum wheels may be liable to lock due Electronic stability program brake force is automatically applied to braking that is heavier than...
Driving and operating Sport mode Hold the SPORT button depressed 9 Warning for about 4 seconds. Control indicator Suspension and steering become v illuminates. ESPoff also appears in Do not let this special safety more direct and provide better the service display. feature tempt you into taking risks contact with the road surface.
Driving and operating Cruise control Automatic level control Winter programme activation not possible. The rear level of the vehicle is The cruise control can store and automatically adjusted to the load Deactivation maintain speeds of approx. conditions while driving. Suspension Briefly press the SPORT button.
Driving and operating Object detection With automatic transmission or Reduce speed manual transmission automated, only With cruise control active, hold down systems activate cruise control in automatic button g or briefly press it repeatedly: mode. speed is reduced continuously or in Parking assist small increments.
Driving and operating Fuel Note 9 Warning Attached parts in the detection area cause system malfunction. Fuel for petrol engines Under certain circumstances, Activation various reflective surfaces on Only use unleaded fuel that complies objects or clothing as well as with European standard EN 228 or external noise sources may cause E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.
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 E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear...
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Driving and operating Fuel filler flap is located at right rear General information Caution side of vehicle. For the values specific for your vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of The fuel filler flap can only be opened Wipe off any overflowing fuel Conformity provided with your vehicle if the vehicle is unlocked.
Driving and operating Towing Driving characteristics and higher fuel consumption and emission levels and a lower towing tips maximum speed. General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do been approved for your vehicle.
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 3 207. permissible rear axle load (see The permissible trailer loads are identification plate or vehicle...
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Driving and operating Stowage of coupling ball bar Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar In Hatchbacks, the coupling ball bar Fold down the socket. Remove the ■ Red marking on rotary knob must is in a pouch, fastened in the load sealing plug from the hole for the point towards white marking on...
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Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable in the opening and push firmly Attach break-away stopping cable to upwards until it audibly engages. eye. The rotary handle snaps back into its Check that the coupling ball bar is original position resting against the correctly installed coupling ball bar without a gap.
Driving and operating Trailer stability assist Dismounting the coupling ball If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. Trailer stability assistant (TSA) is a function of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®...
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time The following must be done if the modifications General Information ....156 vehicle should be stored for several We recommend using genuine parts months: Vehicle checks ......
Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Information about end-of-life vehicle negative terminal of the vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of battery.
Vehicle care Engine oil Pull the release lever and return it to 9 Danger its original position. Check the engine oil level manually The ignition system and Xenon on a regular basis to prevent damage headlights use extremely high to the engine. Ensure that the correct voltage.
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Vehicle care We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Capacities 3 226.
Vehicle care Washer fluid Coolant level 9 Warning Caution Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open Too low a coolant level can cause the cap, relieving the pressure engine damage. slowly. Top up with antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, use clean tap water or distilled water.
Vehicle care Brake fluid Only use high-performance brake Ensure the ignition is switched off fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake before connecting or disconnecting and clutch fluid 3 161. the vehicle battery. 9 Warning The anti-theft alarm siren must be Battery deactivated as follows: Switch the Brake fluid is poisonous and...
Vehicle care Diesel fuel system Wiper blade replacement Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or bleeding Service setting for front smoking. If the tank has been run dry, the diesel windscreen wipers ■ Always shield eyes. Explosive fuel system must be bled. Switch on gases can cause blindness or the ignition three times for injury.
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Wiper blades on the windscreen Wiper blade on the rear window 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.
Vehicle care To replace bulbs on the right side of the engine compartment, detach the air hose from the air filter. On the left side, detach the plug to the fuse box. Halogen headlights 2. Remove protective cover 2. 4. Detach bulb from bulb holder and renew the bulb.
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Vehicle care 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 6. Rotate bulb carrier to the right as far as it will go. 7. Install protective cover. 8. Close the opening in the wheel housing with the cover.
Vehicle care Xenon headlights High beam 1. Replace bulbs through the openings in the wheel arches. 4. Remove bulb from socket and renew the bulb. Headlamps have separate systems 5. Insert holder in reflector. Install for low beam 1 (inner bulbs) and high the headlamp protective cover.
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Vehicle care Side lights 3. Rotate left bulb holder and 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. disengage. 6. Insert new bulb so that the two 1. Replace bulbs through the lugs on the bulb holder engage in openings in the wheel arches. the recesses in the reflector.
Vehicle care 4. Remove bulb from socket and renew bulb. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Place protective cap in position and close. Fog lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Front turn signal lights 1. Replace the bulbs through the 3.
Vehicle care Tail lights 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. Hatchback 5-door 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Vehicle tools 3 183. 5. Unscrew the three screws using a screwdriver. Press the locking 1.
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Vehicle care Hatchback 3-door 6. Remove and renew the bulb. 8. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing Reverse light (1) 1. To change the bulbs, fold down screws. Turn signal light (2) the cover. 9.
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Vehicle care 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel 6. Remove and renew the bulb. bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Reverse light (1) Vehicle tools 3 183. 5. Remove seal from the fastening Turn signal light (2) bolt.
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Vehicle care Estate, Van 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Loosen fastening nuts and remove the bulb housing rearwards. 8. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing 1. Disengage cover by pressing screws. retaining lugs and remove.
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Vehicle care TwinTop 2. Remove bulb housing from outside. Disengage plug by pressing on flap and remove from bulb holder. 3. Detach seal from bulb holder. 5. Remove and renew the bulb. Reverse light/brake light (1) 1. Unscrew retaining nuts. Turn signal light (2) Reverse light (3) Fog light, may be only on one side...
Vehicle care Number plate light 5. Remove and renew the bulb. 7. Fit seal on bulb holder. Ensure that the seal is flat in the area of Reverse light/brake light (1) the screws. 1. Insert a screwdriver in the Reverse light (2) housing, press to the side and 8.
Vehicle care Interior lights Front courtesy light, reading lights 4. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise 2. Remove bulb housing to disengage. downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. 5. Remove bulb from holder and renew bulb. 3. Lift flap and disconnect wiring plug from bulb holder.
Vehicle care Electrical system Glovebox light, load compartment light, foot well light Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match data on the defective fuse. The vehicle has two fuse boxes: one behind a cover on the left side of the load compartment and one in the front left of the engine compartment.
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Vehicle care Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Fuse extractor A fuse extractor may be located in the fuse box in the load compartment.
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Fuse assignments in conjunction with load compartment fuse box version A No. Circuit Interior fan climate control system Interior fan, heating, air condi‐ tioning system Radiator fan Radiator fan Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and tilt it sideways.
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Vehicle care Fuse assignments in No. Circuit No. Circuit conjunction with load 12 Mobile telephone, Infotainment 27 Heating, air conditioning system compartment fuse box version B system, display 28 – No. Circuit 13 Courtesy light 29 Power steering 14 Windscreen wiper 30 Engine electronics 15 Windscreen wiper 31 Rear window wiper...
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Vehicle care TwinTop Fuse box version B No. Circuit To open, pull the two knobs, remove Fog light the clips and fold the cover upwards. – Fuse box version A Load compartment power outlet To replace a fuse, remove the Reversing lights relevant protective cap.
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Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit Front power windows 16 Seat occupancy recognition, 29 Cigarette lighter, front power Open&Start system outlet – 17 Rain sensor, tyre pressure 30 Rear power outlet Instruments monitoring system, interior 31 – mirror Heating, air conditioning system, electronic climate 32 –...
Vehicle care Vehicle tools TwinTop No. Circuit The tools for emergency operation of 43 – Tools the convertible hardtop are stowed in the glove compartment. 44 – Vehicles with tyre repair set The tool kit and tyre repair set are in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
Winter tyres improve driving safety at wheels. temperatures below 7 °C and should In accordance with country-specific therefore be fitted on all wheels. regulations, affix the speed sticker in the driver's field of view. Astra VXR: Permitted as winter tyres without tyre chains.
Vehicle care Run-flat tyres Tyre designations The ECO tyre pressure must not be used. Run-flat tyres have reinforced, self- E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H Run-flat tyres must not be combined supporting sidewalls, which ensure 195 = Tyre width, mm with standard tyres.
Vehicle care Tyre pressure monitoring On vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system, screw the adapter system to the valve. The tyre pressure monitoring system Tyre pressure 3 227. continually checks the pressure of all The tyre pressure data refer to cold four wheels when vehicle speed tyres.
Vehicle care Tyre deflation detection The use of commercially available press and hold the DDS button for liquid tyre repair kits can impair the approx. 4 seconds, control indicator system function of the system. Factory w flashes three times. approved systems can be used. The tyre deflation detection system continually checks the rotation speed Tread depth...
Vehicle care indicators (TWI). Their position is 9 Warning 9 Warning indicated by markings on the sidewall. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel If there is more wear at the front than may lead to accidents and will covers could lead to sudden the rear, swap round front wheels and invalidate the vehicle type...
Vehicle care Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that The tyre repair kit is in the stowage 9 Warning is near the rim cannot be repaired with compartment under the floor cover in the tyre repair kit. the load compartment. Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
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Vehicle care 10. Set the rocker switch on the 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective compressor to I. The tyre is filled the connection on the sealant tyre. with sealant. bottle. 7. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve. 11.
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Vehicle care Drain excess tyre pressure with Repeat the procedure until there the button over the pressure is no more loss of pressure. indicator. If the tyre pressure has fallen Do not run the compressor longer below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must than 10 minutes.
To protect the wheel, engage first gear, reverse gear or place a soft cloth between the screwdriver and the alloy wheel. ■ Remove the spare wheel 3 193. ■ On the Astra TwinTop, the roof must be closed before the vehicle is raised.
Vehicle care 3. Ensure the jack is positioned 8. Lower vehicle. correctly with the vehicle jacking 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring points. that it locates securely and tighten each bolt in a crosswise sequence. Tightening torque is 110 Nm. 10.
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Engage load when the load compartment is being than the other wheels or together with compartment cover on the rear loaded, particularly with the Astra winter tyres could affect driveability. window frame and activate the TwinTop 3 39.
Vehicle care Jump starting Tyre chains 3 188. ■ Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks. Directional tyres ■ A discharged battery can already Do not start with quick charger. Fit directional tyres such that they roll freeze at temperatures of 0 °C. A vehicle with a discharged battery in the direction of travel.
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Vehicle care ■ The vehicles must not come into 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers contact with each other during the negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear jump starting process. battery. window) of the vehicle receiving the jump start.
Vehicle care Towing Caution Towing the vehicle 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...
Vehicle care Towing another vehicle For other models unclip locking tabs Caution downward and pull off the cover upwards. Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. The towing eye is stowed with the Excessive tractive force can vehicle tools 3 183. damage the vehicle.
Vehicle care Appearance care If using a car wash, comply with the Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the car wash manufacturer's instructions. vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use The windscreen wipers and rear separate leathers for painted and Exterior care window wiper must be switched off. glass surfaces: remnants of wax on Remove antenna and external the windows will impair vision.
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Vehicle care Windows and windscreen wiper Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel Engine compartment cleaner. blades Areas of the engine compartment that are painted in the same colour as the Rims are painted and can be treated Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois vehicle must be looked after like any with the same agents as the body.
The instrument panel should only be maintenance kit (available at your cleaned using a soft damp cloth. Vauxhall Authorised Repairer) from Clean fabric upholstery with a time to time. Good contact between vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove the fine rubber lips and the sealing stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Service and maintenance Service and General information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, maintenance Switzerland, United Kingdom. Service information Service display 3 91. In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to International service intervals General information ....202 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Service is due every 10,000 miles or is of vital importance that all...
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Fixed service interval Display of remaining distance: When service is due, InSP appears in lubricants and parts 1. Switch off ignition. the service display for approx. 2. Briefly press the trip odometer 10 seconds when the ignition is Recommended fluids and reset button.
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Service and maintenance aging control, whereas viscosity Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze grade gives information on the oil's based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant thickness over a temperature range. minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze.
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Service and maintenance Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated.
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....206 Vehicle data ....... 208 The Vehicle Identification Number may be embossed on the instrument panel visible through the windscreen. The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover.
Technical data Identification plate Information on identification plate: 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...
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 –...
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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 ✔...
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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 ✔...
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Technical data Engine data Sales designation Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XER, Z 16 LET, Z 18 XER, Engine identifier code A 16 XER A 16 LET A 18 XER Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1229 1364 1598 1598...
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Technical data Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI Z 17 DTJ, Engine identifier code Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH A 17 DTJ Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1998 1998 1248 1686...
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Technical data Sales designation 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI Z 17 DTR, Engine identifier code A 17 DTR Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1686 1910 1910 1910 Engine power [kW] at rpm 4000 3500...
Technical data Tyre pressures Hatchback 3-door / 5-door 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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z12XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z20LEH 205/50 R 17 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTR 205/55 R 16 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) 225/40 R 18 Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) –...
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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](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36)
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Technical data Towing hitch installation dimensions Hatchback...
Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording ■ Vehicle reactions in particular driving situations (e.g. inflation of and privacy an airbag, activation of the stability regulation system) Event data recorders Vehicle data recording and ■ Environmental conditions (e.g. privacy ........245 temperature) Data storage modules in the These data are exclusively technical...
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RFID technology in allow the transmission of particular Vauxhall vehicles does not use or vehicle data from the vehicle. record personal information or link with any other Vauxhall system...
Index Automatic transmission ..... 133 Auxiliary heater......127 Accessories and vehicle modifications ......156 Active head restraints....47 Battery ........161 Adaptive forward lighting ..98, 116 Battery discharge protection ..120 Adjustable air vents ....127 Battery voltage ......107 Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- Board-Info-Display .......
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Child restraints with Driving characteristics and transponders ......64 towing tips ......151 Fault ........137, 141 Child restraint systems ....59 Driving hints........ 129 First aid......... 79 Cigarette lighter ......88 First aid kit ........79 Climate control ......14 Fixed air vents ......