Page 1 OPEL ASTRA Owner's Manual...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 22 Seats, restraints ......39 Storage ........63 Instruments and controls ... 102 Lighting ........144 Climate control ......157 Driving and operating ....167 Vehicle care ....... 230 Service and maintenance ..
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 5 Operation is prices. Experienced mechanics Introduction similar for right-hand drive trained by Opel work according to vehicles. Your vehicle is a designed specific Opel instructions. ● The Owner's Manual uses the combination of advanced technology, The customer literature pack should engine identifier code.
Page 6 We wish you many hours of Disregarding this information may pleasurable driving. endanger life. Adam Opel AG 9 Warning Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.
Page 7 Introduction...
Page 8: In Brief
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking 5-door hatchback, Sports tourer Initial drive information To open the tailgate, push the Press c to unlock the doors and load touchpad switch below the brand compartment. Open the doors by emblem. pulling the handles.
Page 9 In brief 3-door hatchback 4-door notchback Seat adjustment Longitudinal adjustment To open the tailgate, push the brand Press x on the remote control for at emblem at the bottom half. least two seconds; the boot lid opens slightly. Pull handle, slide seat, release Press x on remote control to unlock handle.
Page 10 In brief Backrest inclination Seat height Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion release lever. Allow the seat to : seat higher : front end higher engage audibly. down : seat lower down : front end lower Seat position 3 41, Manual seat Seat position 3 41, Manual seat Seat position 3 41, Manual seat...
Page 11: Head Restraint Adjustment
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be To adjust the mirror, move the mirror twisted and must fit close against the Head restraints 3 39.
Page 12: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In brief Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and Convex exterior mirrors 3 32, ensure it is fully locked. Electric adjustment 3 32, Folding Do not adjust the steering wheel exterior mirrors 3 32, Heated unless the vehicle is stationary and...
Page 13 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 14 In brief Power windows ..... 34 10 Sport mode ......184 Eco button for stop-start system ......... 170 Exterior mirrors ..... 32 Central locking system ..24 Cruise control ..... 187 Unlock button for boot lid ..27 Fuel selector ....... 111 16 Climate control system ..
Page 15 In brief Rear fog light ...... 152 Instrument illumination ..153...
Page 16 In brief...
Page 17 In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Automatic light control AUTO : automatic light control: Turn light switch: exterior lighting is switched headlight flash : pull lever on and off automatically : lights off high beam : push lever : activation or deactivation of 8 : sidelights...
Page 18 In brief Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Horn lever up : right turn signal Operated by pressing ¨. Press j. lever down : left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 151. Turn and lane-change signals 3 151, Parking lights 3 152.
Page 19: Climate Control
In brief Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Washer and wiper systems windows Heated rear window, heated Windscreen wiper exterior mirrors Press V. : fast Set the temperature control to the : slow The heating is operated by pressing highest level. INT : interval wiping or automatic Ü.
Page 20 In brief Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper Rear window washer washer Push lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the Pull lever. rear window wiper: Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few Windscreen and headlight washer upper switch : continuous...
Page 21: Starting Off
In brief Transmission Automatic transmission Starting off Manual transmission Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 266, 3 311. ● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 233. ● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
Page 22 In brief Starting the engine Stop-start system Parking 9 Warning ● Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface. ● Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual parking brake without pressing the release button.
Page 23 In brief Activate the anti-theft alarm lever to position P before system 3 29. removing the ignition key. On ● The engine cooling fans may run an uphill slope, turn the front after the engine has been wheels away from the kerb. switched off 3 232.
Page 24: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Windows ........34 Windscreen ....... 34 windows Keys Manual windows ......34 Power windows ......34 Heated rear window ....36 Caution Sun visors ........36 Keys, locks ........22 Roof ..........37 Do not attach heavy or bulky items Keys ..........
Page 25: Car Pass
Keys, doors and windows Key with foldaway key section 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 is exceeded. ● Battery voltage is too low. ●...
Page 26: Memorised Settings
Keys, doors and windows Extend the key and open the unit. The saved settings are automatically Replace the battery (battery type used the next time the memorised key CR 2032), paying attention to the is inserted into the ignition switch and installation position.
Page 27 Keys, doors and windows Note The setting can be changed in the Central locking buttons A short time after unlocking with the Settings menu in the Info-Display. Locks or unlocks all doors, the load remote control, the doors are Vehicle personalisation 3 134. compartment and fuel filler flap from relocked automatically if no door has The setting can be saved for the key...
Page 28: Automatic Locking
Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control Fault in central locking system transmission) or the selector lever is moved to position P (automatic system Unlocking transmission). Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by Settings can be changed in the turning the key in the lock.
Page 29: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Using a key or suitable screwdriver, 3-door hatchback turn the child lock in the rear door to the horizontal position. The door Load compartment cannot be opened from the inside. Tailgate To deactivate, turn the child lock to the vertical position.
Page 30 Keys, doors and windows Pressing x opens the tailgate even Use one of the interior handles. if the doors are locked. Do not push the touchpad switch or the emblem whilst closing as this will Sports tourer unlock the tailgate again. After unlocking, push the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding Central locking system 3 24.
Page 31: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Note Activating The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may Anti-theft locking system affect its ability to remain open. 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside.
Page 32 Keys, doors and windows ● vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is Activation without monitoring of 3. Close doors. raised passenger compartment and 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm vehicle inclination ● ignition system. Status message is displayed in the Activation Driver Information Centre. ●...
Page 33: Immobiliser
Keys, doors and windows Status after system is armed: A triggered alarm, which has not been If the control indicator continues interrupted by the driver, will be flashing, attempt to start the engine LED flashes : system is armed indicated by the hazard warning using the spare key and seek the slowly lights.
Page 34: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors In position 0 no mirror is selected. Electric folding Convex shape Folding mirrors The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances.
Page 35: Heated Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Dazzle from following vehicles at Operated by pressing Ü. night is automatically reduced. Heating works with the engine To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on running and is switched off the underside of the mirror housing.
Page 36: Windows
Switch on ignition to operate power important that any windscreen windows. Retained power off 3 169. replacement is performed accurately according to Opel specifications. Otherwise, these systems may not work properly and there is a risk of unexpected behaviour and/or messages from The marked areas on the windscreen these systems.
Page 37 Keys, doors and windows Safety function Child safety system for rear windows If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again. Override safety function In the event of closing difficulties due to frost or the like, switch on the ignition, then pull the switch to the first detent and hold.
Page 38: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Initialising the power windows Heated rear window 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 3 128. Activate the window electronics as follows: 1.
Page 39: Roof
Keys, doors and windows Roof If the sunroof is raised, it can be opened in one step by pressing p. Sunroof Sunblind The sunblind is manually operated. 9 Warning Close or open the sunblind by sliding. Take care when operating the When the sunroof is open, the sunroof.
Page 40: Glass Panel
Keys, doors and windows Glass panel Panorama roof Press and hold e to close the sunroof. Release the button to stop the movement. Turn the handle and move the roof Initialising after a power failure cover to a suitable position. After a power failure, it may only be The roof cover engages in position possible to operate the sunroof to a...
Page 41: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints ISOFIX child restraint systems . . 62 Top-tether fastening eyes ..62 Position Head restraints ......39 9 Warning Active head restraints ....40 Front seats ........41 Only drive with the head restraint Seat position ......
Page 42: Active Head Restraints
Seats, restraints Adjustment Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats Head restraints on front seats To adjust horizontally, pull the head Height adjustment restraint forwards. It engages in Pull the head restraint upwards or several positions. Height adjustment press the catch to release and push Press release button, adjust height, To return to its rearmost position, pull the head restraint downwards.
Page 43: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats forwards. Thus the head is supported so that the risk of whiplash injury is reduced. Seat position Note Approved accessories may only be 9 Warning attached if the seat is not in use. Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted.
Page 44 Seats, restraints ● Sit with shoulders as far back Seat adjustment Backrest inclination against the backrest as possible. Drive only with engaged seats and Set the backrest rake so that it is backrests. possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly Longitudinal adjustment bent.
Page 45 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal : seat higher : front end higher requirements. down : seat lower down : front end lower Moving support up and down: push switch up or down.
Page 46: Manual Seat Adjustment
Seats, restraints Adjustable thigh support Side bolster, OPC version Longitudinal adjustment Pull the lever and slide the thigh Adjust seat width and backrest width Pull handle, slide seat, release support. using the switches to suit personal handle. Try to move the seat back and requirements.
Page 47 Seats, restraints Backrest inclination Seat height Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion release lever. Allow the backrest to : seat higher : front end higher engage audibly. down : seat lower down : front end lower...
Page 48 Seats, restraints Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support Side bolster, OPC version Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh Adjust seat width and backrest width way switch to suit personal support. using the switches to suit personal requirements.
Page 49: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Seat folding To restore, slide the seat backwards to the stop. Lift backrest to upright position without operating any lever. Caution Ensure backrest engages. When seat height is in highest 9 Warning position, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors before When folding up, ensure that the folding backrest forwards.
Page 50: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats, restraints Seat folding on power seats Safety function Seat lengthwise position If the power seat encounters resistance while sliding forward or rearward, it is immediately stopped and moved back. Overload If the folding function is electrically overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut-off for a short time.
Page 51 Seats, restraints Move switch upwards/downwards. Seat backrests Adjust lumbar support using the four-way switch to suit personal Seat inclination requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch forwards or backwards. Adjustable thigh support Turn switch forwards/backwards.
Page 52: 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 a by pressing ß for the respective seat storage compartment. one or more times. The control Fold armrest down.
Page 53: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by Seat belt reminder only one person at a time. Child Front seats are equipped with a seat restraint system 3 58. belt reminder, indicated for driver seat Periodically check all parts of the belt by control indicator X in the system for damage, pollution and tachometer 3 116 and for passenger...
Page 54 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 55 Seats, restraints Unfasten Using the seat belt while pregnant Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie To release belt, press red button on across the throat or upper arm. 9 Warning belt buckle. Do not adjust while driving.
Page 56: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system necessary to have the steering wheel, the instrument panel, parts of the panelling, the door seals, The airbag system consists of a handles and the seats replaced. number of individual systems Do not make any modifications to depending on the scope of the airbag system as this will equipment.
Page 57: Side Airbag System
Seats, restraints Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then is the airbag able to protect. Side airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in injury to the upper body and head of the event of a side-on collision...
Page 58: 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 The curtain airbag system is triggered roof frame are only suitable for...
Page 59 Seats, restraints Use the ignition key to choose the Control indicator for airbag position: deactivation 3 116. *OFF : front passenger airbag is deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision. Control indicator *OFF illuminates continuously in the centre console.
Page 60: Child Restraints
Child restraint systems Selecting the right system Note We recommend the Opel child Do not affix anything on the child The rear seats are the most restraint system which is tailored restraint systems and do not cover convenient location to fasten a child specifically to the vehicle.
Page 61: 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 62 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system On front passenger On rear outboard Weight class Size class Fixture seat seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 X or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 X or approx.
Page 63 Seats, restraints : suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type. IUF : suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class. : no ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.
Page 64: Isofix Child Restraint
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-Tether fastening eyes are marked with the symbol : for a child systems seat. On Hatchback and Sports Tourer, fastening eyes are on the backside of rear seats. Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, On Notchback version, open the flap child restraint systems to the ISOFIX fasten the Top-Tether strap to the...
Page 65: Storage
Storage Storage Storage compartments The glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder, a coin holder and an adapter for the locking wheel nuts. 9 Warning The glovebox should be closed whilst Storage compartments ....63 driving. Glovebox ........63 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders ........
Page 66: Front Storage
Storage Front storage Additional cupholders are located in Depending on the version, the rear armrest. Fold down the cupholders are located under a cover A storage compartment is located armrest. in the centre console. Slide cover next to the steering wheel. backwards.
Page 67: Underseat Storage
Storage Underseat storage Armrest storage Storage in the rear armrest Storage under the front armrest Fold down armrest and open cover. Press button in the recess and pull out drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To Close cover before folding the Press button to fold up the armrest.
Page 68: Centre Console Storage
Storage Centre console storage A further storage compartment is located under the intermediate shelf. Front console Fold up the intermediate shelf and fix it in the vertical position. The frame of the cupholder can be reintegrated to stow bottles. Rear console Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder.
Page 69: Rear Carrier System
Storage Rear carrier system The wheelbase of a bicycle must not exceed 1.2 metres. Otherwise the Rear carrier system for two secure fastening of a bicycle is not possible. bicycles If not in use, the carrier system must be slid back into the vehicle floor. There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose during transportation.
Page 70 Storage Completely pull out the rear carrier Install the tail lamps Open out the lamp support on the system until you hear it engage. back of the tail lamp completely. Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without pulling the release lever again 9 Warning It is only permissible to fit objects...
Page 71 Storage Swivel the right clamping lever (1) Unfold pedal crank recesses first, followed by the left clamping lever (2), until a resistance is noticeable. Check the cable and lamp position to ensure these are correctly installed Fold one or both pedal crank and are securely located.
Page 72 Storage Remove the pedal crank mounts from Note the pedal crank recesses. The maximum width for the pedal crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum Adapting the rear carrier system to a depth is 14.4 mm. bicycle Rotate the left pedal (without a chain cog) vertically downwards.
Page 73 Storage With the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess, roughly adapt the adjustable pedal crank unit to the protrusion of the pedal crank. If the bicycle has straight pedal cranks, unscrew the pedal crank unit completely (position 5). Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank Insert pedal crank mount into outer here must be placed in the pedal rail of each pedal crank recess from...
Page 74 Storage Attach the pedal crank by rotating the lever on the pedal crank recess until the recesses. Otherwise a attachment screw on the pedal crank the bicycles no longer touch one horizontal mounting of the bicycle mount. another. Make sure there is sufficient is not ensured.
Page 75 Storage Removing a bicycle from the rear Retracting the rear carrier system Caution carrier system Ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways. The settings for the wheel recesses and on the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess should be noted and saved for each bicycle.
Page 76 Storage Insert the strap retainer and pull tightly downwards as far as possible. Disengage the locking lever on the Swivel first the left clamping lever (1), diagonal support and fold both pedal followed by the right clamping lever crank recesses down. (2), until they stop.
Page 77 Storage Push the clamping lever down and Rear carrier system for four pull both lamp supports out of the bicycles recesses. Push the release lever up and hold. Lift the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages. The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix Release lever must return to original Fold in the lamp supports on the...
Page 78 Storage powered bicycles to the pull-out Pull release lever up. The system Caution carrier. The maximum load per disengages and travels quickly out of bicycle on the adapter is 20 kg. the bumper. Consult your bicycle dealer before The wheelbase of a bicycle must not attaching bicycles with carbon exceed 1.15 metres.
Page 79 Storage Fold out tail lamps Swivel both clamping levers objects to the system and slide the sidewards as far as they will go. system back. Seek the assistance Otherwise safe functionality is not of a workshop. guaranteed. Unfold number plate holder Fold out wheel recesses Fold out both tail lamps.
Page 80 Storage Assembling the bicycle rack Push down the rack (1) and swivel handle (2) backwards to engage. Attaching the first bicycle 2. Attach the short mounting bracket to the bicycle frame. Turn the Lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull it knob clockwise to fasten.
Page 81 Storage 3. Secure both bicycle wheels to the 1. Apply the adapter to the rear wheel recesses using the strap carrier system as shown in the retainers. illustration. 4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure. Caution Ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm.
Page 82 Storage Use the longer accessory mounting bracket to attach the third bicycle to the rack. 3. Position the bicycles on the rear 6. Additionally, secure both bicycle carrier system alternately aligned wheels of the fourth bicycle to the to the left and to the right. wheel recesses using the Use the short accessory mounting tensioning straps.
Page 83 Storage It is recommended to attach a ● With attached adapter: 9 Warning warning sign at the rearmost bicycle to increase visibility. 9 Warning When folding the rear carrier system forwards again, take care Fold the rear carrier system Take care when disengaging the that the system is engaged backwards rear carrier system as it will tilt...
Page 84 Storage Disassembling the bicycle rack 2. Unbutton the strap. Fold the rack backwards, then push forwards until it stops (1). Arrange mounting brackets as shown Press the rack down at the rear (2). in the illustration. Swivel handle (1) forwards to Fold in wheel recesses disengage and lift the rack (2).
Page 85 Storage Swivel both clamping levers inwards as far as they will go. Fold in tail lamps Swivel in both tail lamps. Fold in number plate holder Lift the number plate holder and fold it forwards. Retracting the rear carrier system Caution Push the release lever up and hold.
Page 86: Load Compartment
Storage Load compartment ● Guide the seat belts through side Ensure that the seat belts of the supports to protect them against outboard seats are placed in the damage. When folding the corresponding belt guides. The rear seat backrest is divided into backrests, pull the seat belts two parts.
Page 87 Storage ● Press and hold the catch to push or damage to the load or vehicle in the head restraints down 3 39. the event of hard braking or a ● Fold up the rear armrest. collision. ● Pull switch on left or right sidewall of the load compartment to fold the corresponding part of the rear seat.
Page 88 Storage If the vehicle is to be loaded via a The backrests are properly engaged The seat belt of the centre seat could rear door, take the seat belt out when the red marks on both sides be blocked when the backrest is of the seat backrest guide and near the release lever are no longer folded up too quickly.
Page 89 Storage Raise the seat cushion and fold the Remove the seat cushion ● To attach, apply seat cushion as backrest shown in the illustration and engage both levers. Open the pass-through in the rear centre backrest ● Fold down the rear armrest. ●...
Page 90: Rear Storage
Storage Rear storage 3-door and 5-door hatchback Removing 3-door hatchback The closed cover can be secured from the side of the load compartment. Turn the knob 90°: knob horizontal : cover secured Unhook retaining straps from tailgate. Press both buttons and fold down from the side of cover.
Page 91 Storage Lift cover at the rear and push it Opening cover Cover in upper position upwards at the front. 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. Height adjustable cover 3 90.
Page 92: Rear Floor Storage Cover
Storage Removing cover Rear floor storage cover Rear floor cover, 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback The removed cover can be stored under the rear floor cover like shown Open the load compartment cover. in the graphic. Pull the release lever on the right side Rear floor storage cover 3 90.
Page 93 Storage Height adjustable cover, 3-door Lifting Lowering hatchback, 5-door hatchback To lift the cover to a higher level, pull To lower the cover, pull the strap the loop backwards and lift the rear backwards and push down the front The height adjustable cover can be edge of the cover onto the centre of the cover at the same time.
Page 94 Storage Note Rear floor cover, Sports tourer ● 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 95: Lashing Eyes
Storage Lashing eyes ● hooks Variable partition net ● service box ● strap set The components are fitted in rails on both side panels using adapters and hooks. Installation of adapters in the rails Insert adapters into the required The lashing eyes are designed to position in the rails.
Page 96 Storage Net pocket Installation of hooks in the rails Service box Insert adapters into the required Insert the hook in the desired position Install two hooks in the upper rail. position in the rails. The net pocket first in the upper groove of the rail and Insert the upper brackets of the box can be suspended from the adapters.
Page 97: Safety Net
Storage Alternatively install both hooks in the seat backrests are folded and the Behind the front seats lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets seat cushions raised, behind the front of the box from above into the lower seats. hooks. Passengers must not be transported behind the safety net.
Page 98: Warning Triangle
Storage Installation of the rod Warning triangle Sports tourer 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback There are two installation openings in Fold down straps. Stow the warning the roof frame: suspend and engage triangle in the space behind the straps rod of net at one side, compress rod on the inside of the tailgate.
Page 99: First Aid Kit
Storage 4-door notchback First aid kit 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback Stow the warning triangle in the Stow the first aid kit in the stowage recess on the left side of the load compartment behind the warning compartment. triangle. Stow the first aid kit in the stowage compartment behind the warning Use the recesses to fold down the triangle.
Page 100: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof rack system Sports tourer 4-door notchback 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 101: Loading Information
Storage Loading information 5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback Sports tourer with roof railing Fasten the roof rack in the area of the 3-door hatchback holes, indicated by the arrows in the ● Heavy objects in the load illustration. compartment should be placed against the seat backrests.
Page 102 Storage ● Use the four hooks on the ● Do not allow the load to protrude plate 3 294) and the EC kerb sidewalls of the load above the upper edge of the weight. compartment for hanging up backrests. To calculate the payload, enter carrier bags.
Page 103 Storage The permissible roof load is 75 kg for the 3-door / 5-door hatchback and 4-door notchback, for the Sports tourer it is 100 kg. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load.
Page 104: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Control indicators ....113 High beam ....... 121 Turn signal ....... 116 High beam assist ..... 121 controls Seat belt reminder ....116 Adaptive forward lighting ..121 Airbag and belt tensioners ..116 Fog light ........121 Airbag deactivation ....
Page 105: Controls
Instruments and controls Controls Steering wheel controls Heated steering wheel Steering wheel adjustment Activate heating by pressing *. The Infotainment system, the cruise Activation is indicated by illumination control and a connected mobile of the LED in the button. phone can be operated via the Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, controls on the steering wheel.
Page 106: Horn
Instruments and controls The recommended grip areas of the Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval steering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than the Windscreen wiper other areas. Heating is operational when the engine is running and during an Autostop.
Page 107 Instruments and controls Automatic wiping with rain sensor Adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. INT : automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Windscreen and headlight sensitivity: washer The rain sensor detects the amount of...
Page 108: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed Press the rocker switch to activate the The rear window wiper comes on onto the windscreen and the wiper rear window wiper: automatically when the windscreen wipes a few times. wiper is switched on and reverse gear upper position : continuous is engaged.
Page 109: Clock
Instruments and controls A drop in temperature is indicated Clock ● Set time format: Changes immediately and a rise in temperature indication of hours between 12 h Date and time are shown in the after a time delay. and 24 h. Info-Display.
Page 110: Power Outlets
Instruments and controls Set date Power outlets To adjust the time settings, select the Set Date menu item. Turn the multifunction knob to adjust the first setting. Press the multifunction knob to confirm the input. The coloured background moves to the next setting.
Page 111: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and controls A further 12 Volt power outlet is Cigarette lighter located in the rear console. Fold the cover downwards. Sports tourer: A 12 Volt power outlet is located at the left sidewall in the load compartment. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts.
Page 112: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indicators
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer Trip odometer counts up to a distance of 2000 km and then restarts at 0. and indicators Tachometer 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...
Page 113: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Fuel selector 1 illumi‐ : liquid gas operation nates 1 flashes : liquid gas tank is empty or failure in five times liquid gas system. A and extin‐ message is displayed guishes in the Driver Information Centre.
Page 114: Service Display
Instruments and controls Displays the coolant temperature. The remaining engine oil life duration is displayed in percent in the Driver left area : engine operating Information Centre. temperature not yet reached Reset central : normal operating area temperature Press SET/CLR on turn signal lever right area : temperature too high for several seconds to reset.
Page 115: Control Indicators
Instruments and controls Control indicators The control indicators described are not present in all vehicles. The description applies to all instrument 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.
Page 116 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 117 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre g Service vehicle soon 3 117 % Diesel particle filter 3 119 console R Brake and clutch system Tyre pressure monitoring 3 117 system 3 120 - Operate pedal 3 117 I Engine oil pressure 3 120 Electric parking brake 3 117 i Low fuel 3 120 Electric parking brake fault...
Page 118: Turn Signal
Instruments and controls Turn signal Illuminates 9 Warning After the ignition has been switched O illuminates or flashes green. on until the seat belt has been Have the cause of the fault fastened. Illuminates briefly remedied immediately by a workshop. Flashes The parking lights are switched on.
Page 119: Charging System
Instruments and controls Charging system Flashes when the engine is Illuminates after the ignition is switched on if the manual parking running p illuminates red. brake is applied 3 180. Fault that could lead to catalytic Illuminates when the ignition is converter damage.
Page 120: Electric Parking Brake Fault
Instruments and controls Illuminates gear in the Driver Information Centre, 9 Warning when upshifting is recommended for Electric parking brake is applied fuel saving reasons. 3 180. Have the cause of the fault On some versions, gearshift remedied immediately by a indication is popped-up as full page in Flashes workshop.
Page 121: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
Instruments and controls Illuminates green Electronic Stability Control Traction Control system off k illuminates yellow. System is switched on and ready to operate. n illuminates yellow. The system is deactivated. The system is deactivated. Flashes yellow Preheating System recognises an unintended Electronic Stability Control ! illuminates yellow.
Page 122: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Instruments and controls Flashes Illuminates when the ignition is 9 Warning switched on and extinguishes shortly The maximum filling level of the filter after the engine starts. is reached. Start cleaning process When the engine is off, considerably more force is needed immediately to avoid damage to the Illuminates when the engine is to brake and steer.
Page 123: Immobiliser
Instruments and controls Immobiliser The high beam assist or intelligent Rear fog light light range is activated 3 146, d flashes yellow. r illuminates yellow. 3 148. The rear fog light is on 3 152. Fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started.
Page 124: Vehicle Detected Ahead
Instruments and controls Information displays Illuminates green ● trip/fuel information ● vehicle messages, displayed as Adaptive cruise control is active. Driver Information Centre code numbers 3 128. Adaptive cruise control 3 190. The Driver Information Centre is located in the instrument cluster Vehicle detected ahead between speedometer and A illuminates green.
Page 125 Instruments and controls Some of the displayed functions differ Vehicle Information Menu when the vehicle is being driven or at Press MENU to select the Vehicle a standstill. Some functions are only Information Menu or, on Uplevel- available when the vehicle is being Combi-Display, select X.
Page 126 Instruments and controls ● Speed Warning: If exceeding the Trip/Fuel Information Menu preset speed, a warning chime Press MENU to select the Trip/Fuel will be activated. Information Menu, or select W on ● Traffic Sign Assistant: Displays Uplevel-Combi-Display. detected traffic signs for the Turn the adjuster wheel to select a current route section.
Page 127 Instruments and controls reset knob between speedometer Submenus are: and Driver Information Centre with the ignition on. On vehicles with trip computer, more submenus are available. Selection and indication can be different between Midlevel-Display and Uplevel-Combi-Display. Trip/Fuel Information Menu, Trip Computer 3 132.
Page 128: Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Performance Menu ● Coolant Temp.: Display of coolant temperature. ● Battery Volt.: Display of vehicle battery voltage. Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display Depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a Graphic-Info-Display or Colour-Info- Display. The Info-Display is located in the instrument panel above the ●...
Page 129 Instruments and controls Depending on the Infotainment Colour-Info-Display ● vehicle messages 3 128 system, the Graphic-Info-Display is ● settings for vehicle available in two versions. personalisation 3 134 The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made.
Page 130: Smartphone Controller
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Selecting with the Infotainment Press (the outer ring) system ● to select or activate the highlighted option Messages are indicated mainly in the Driver Information Centre, in some ● to confirm a set value cases together with a warning and ●...
Page 131 Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Midlevel-Display Turn steering wheel, switch 26 Left rear turn signal failure ignition off then on 27 Right front turn signal failure Turn steering wheel, restart 28 Right rear turn signal failure engine 29 Check trailer brake light 12 Vehicle overloaded...
Page 132 Instruments and controls No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message 56 Tyre pressure imbalance on 71 Service rear axle 145 Check washer fluid level front axle 74 Service AFL 174 Low vehicle battery 57 Tyre pressure imbalance on 75 Service air conditioning 258 Parking assist off rear axle...
Page 133: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls The system displays messages Vehicle messages on the Colour- ● If a warning message or a regarding the following topics: warning code appears in the Info-Display Driver Information Centre. ● fluid levels Some important messages appear ● If the parking assist detects an ●...
Page 134: Trip Computer
Instruments and controls Trip computer 1. Switch off immediately any electric consumers which are not required for a safe ride, e.g. seat The menus and functions can be heating, heated rear window or selected via the buttons on the turn other main consumers.
Page 135 Instruments and controls ● average consumption 2 ● average speed 2 ● trip odometer 1 Trip odometer ● average consumption 1 Trip odometer displays the recorded ● digital speed ● average speed 1 distance since a certain reset. ● range Trip odometer counts up to a distance ●...
Page 136: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation When the fuel level in the tank is low, To reset, press SET/CLR for a few a message appears on vehicles with seconds. Uplevel-Combi-Display. The vehicle's behaviour can be Digital speed When the tank needs to be refuelled personalised by changing the settings immediately, a warning code or Digital display of the instantaneous...
Page 137 Instruments and controls The following settings can be Languages selected by turning and pressing the Selection of the desired language. multifunction knob: Time Date ● Sport mode settings See Clock 3 107. ● Languages Radio settings ● Time Date See description in the Infotainment ●...
Page 138 Instruments and controls Vehicle settings selectable with or without attached trailer coupling. Auto collision preparation: Activates or deactivates the automatic brake functionality of the vehicle in the event of imminent collision danger. The following is selectable: the system will take over brake control, warn by chimes only or is deactivated.
Page 139 Instruments and controls deactivates the automatic door Settings in the Colour-Info- ● Phone Settings locking function after driving-off. Display ● Navigation Settings Stop door lock if door open: ● Display Settings Navi 950/Navi 650/CD 600 Activates or deactivates the ● Vehicle Settings Press CONFIG on the Infotainment automatic door locking function system faceplate to enter the...
Page 140 Instruments and controls Radio Settings Vehicle Settings ● Collision Detection Systems See Infotainment manual for further ● Climate and Air Quality Park Assist: Activates or information. deactivates the ultrasonic Auto Fan Speed: Modifies the fan sensors. Activation is selectable regulation. Changed setting will Phone Settings with or without attached trailer be active after switching the...
Page 141: Onstar
Instruments and controls OnStar automatic door locking function after unlocking without opening while a door is open. the vehicle. Auto Door Lock: Activates or ● Return to Factory Settings?: OnStar is a personal connectivity and deactivates the automatic door Resets all settings to the default service assistant with integrated unlocking function after switching settings.
Page 142 Instruments and controls ● Smartphone application Note Red / green flashing for a short period Depending on the equipment, the of time: Transmission of the vehicle ● Remote control, e.g. location of OnStar buttons can also be location has been deactivated. the vehicle, activation of horn and integrated in the rear view mirror.
Page 143 Instruments and controls Wi-Fi hotspot To switch off the Wi-Fi hotspot Remote control functionality, press Z to call an The Wi-Fi hotspot of the vehicle If desired, use any phone to call an advisor. provides internet connectivity with a advisor, who can remotely operate maximum speed of 4G/LTE.
Page 144 Instruments and controls Restart prevention maintenance items and tyre pressure Account data By sending remote signals, OnStar (only with tyre pressure monitoring An OnStar subscriber has an account can prevent the vehicle from system). where all the data is stored. To restarting once it has been turned off.
Page 145 Instruments and controls The deactivation is indicated by the status light flashing red and green for a short period of time and each time the vehicle is started. Note If the transmission of the vehicle location is deactivated, some services are no longer available. Note The vehicle location always remains accessible to OnStar in the case of...
Page 146: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Lighting features ......155 Centre console lighting .... 155 Light switch Entry lighting ......155 Exit lighting ......155 Exterior lighting ......144 Battery discharge protection ..156 Light switch ......144 Automatic light control ..... 145 High beam .......
Page 147: Automatic Light Control
Lighting Light switch with automatic light When switching on the ignition, depending on the lighting conditions automatic light control is active. and information given by the rain control sensor system. When low beam is on, 8 illuminates. Control indicator 8 3 121. Daytime running light 3 148.
Page 148: High Beam
Lighting High beam It switches to low beam when: The green control indicator l illuminates continuously when the ● A sensor detects the lights of assist is activated, the blue one 7 oncoming or preceding vehicles. illuminates when high beam is on. ●...
Page 149: Headlight Range Adjustment
Lighting Headlight range adjustment Headlights when driving Vehicles with Xenon headlight system abroad Manual headlight range The asymmetrical headlight beam adjustment extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming traffic.
Page 150: Daytime Running Lights
Lighting For deactivation, operate the same With the light switch in position Country lighting procedure as described above. f will AUTO all lighting functions are Activated automatically at a speed available. not flash when function is range between approx. 55 and deactivated.
Page 151 Lighting Dynamic curve lighting Reversing function Activation If the headlights are on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are switched on. They remain illuminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or until driving faster than 17 km/h in a forward gear.
Page 152 Lighting If a headlight flash is activated when ● Urban areas are entered. A special topographical evaluation the high beam is on, the high beam function detects preceding vehicles ● It is foggy or snowy. assist will be deactivated. on hills or slopes by recognising the If there are no restrictions detected, rear light moving ahead.
Page 153: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Automatic high beam activation Fault in adaptive forward lighting In the event of an accident with airbag operates at a speed above 40 km/h deployment the hazard warning system and deactivates below 20 km/h. flashers are activated automatically. When the system detects a failure in Intelligent light ranging operates the Adaptive forward lighting system, above 55 km/h.
Page 154: Front Fog Lights
Lighting For three flashes, e.g. when changing Light switch in position AUTO: Parking lights lanes, press the lever until resistance switching on front fog lights will switch is felt and then release. headlights on automatically. When a trailer is connected, turn Rear fog lights signal flashes six times when pressing the lever until resistance is...
Page 155: Reversing Lights
Lighting Interior lighting Reversing lights On vehicles with light sensor, the brightness can only be adjusted when The reversing light comes on when the exterior lights are on and the light Instrument panel the ignition is on and reverse gear is sensor detects night conditions.
Page 156: Reading Lights
Lighting Operate rocker switch: Rear courtesy lights Reading lights : automatic switching on and off press u : on press v : off Courtesy light on version with panorama roof Illuminates in conjunction with the Operated by pressing s and t in front courtesy light depending on front and rear courtesy lights.
Page 157: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting features Activation or deactivation of this Path lighting function can be changed in the Headlights, tail lights and number Settings menu in the Info-Display. Centre console lighting plate lights illuminate the surrounding Vehicle personalisation 3 134. area for an adjustable time after Spotlight incorporated in the interior The settings can be saved for the key leaving the vehicle.
Page 158: Battery Discharge Protection
Lighting Exit lighting is switched off In the second stage a message which immediately if the turn signal lever is confirms the activation of the vehicle pulled while the driver's door is open. battery discharge protection will be displayed in the Driver Information Activation, deactivation and duration Centre.
Page 159: 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 ..... 157 Heating and ventilation system 157 s : to windscreen and front door Air conditioning system ...
Page 160: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Demisting and defrosting Air conditioning system Cooling n ● Press V: fan automatically Press n to switch on cooling. In addition to the heating and switches to higher speed, the air Activation is indicated by illumination ventilation system, the air distribution is directed towards of the LED in the button.
Page 161 Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, Maximum cooling 9 Warning switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling The exchange of fresh air is may inhibit Autostops. reduced in air recirculation mode. Stop-start system 3 170. In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the Air recirculation system 4...
Page 162: Electronic Climate Control System
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note If V is pressed while the engine is windows V running, an Autostop will be inhibited until V is pressed again. If s is pressed with the fan switched on and the engine running, an Autostop will be inhibited until s is pressed again or until the fan is switched off.
Page 163 Climate control Automatic mode AUTO ● Press n to switch on optimal cooling and demisting. Activation is indicated by illumination of the LED in the button. ● Set the preselected temperatures for driver and front passenger using the left and right rotary knobs.
Page 164 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Setting of automatic rear window heating can be changed in the windows V Settings menu in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 134. Note If V is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until V is pressed again.
Page 165 Climate control Fan speed Z Air distribution s, M, K Cooling n Press lower button to decrease or Press appropriate button for desired Press n to switch on cooling. upper button to increase fan speed as adjustment. Activation is indicated by Activation is indicated by illumination shown in the illustration.
Page 166: Auxiliary Heater
Climate control system is switched off, no engine Press 4 to activate the air Basic settings restart will be requested by the recirculation mode. Activation is Some settings can be changed in the climate control system during an indicated by illumination of the LED in Settings menu in the Info-Display.
Page 167: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Maintenance Adjustable air vents Air intake At least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the smaller W symbol.
Page 168: Air Conditioning Regular Operation
Climate control Air conditioning regular operation 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 169: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and Brakes ........179 Trailer hitch ........ 225 Antilock brake system ..... 179 General information ....225 operating Parking brake ......180 Driving characteristics and Brake assist ......182 towing tips ......225 Hill start assist ......182 Trailer towing ......
Page 170: Driving Hints
Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals. Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Never coast with engine not the first few journeys.
Page 171: Ignition Switch Positions
Driving and operating Ignition switch positions ● power windows Diesel engine: turn the key to position 2 for preheating until control ● sunroof indicator ! extinguishes. ● power outlets Turn the key briefly to position 3 and Power to the Infotainment system will release: an automatic procedure continue to operate for 30 minutes or operates the starter with a short delay...
Page 172: Overrun Cut-Off
Driving and operating Automatic Starter Control Overrun cut-off Deactivation The fuel supply is automatically cut- This function controls the engine off during overrun, i.e. when the starting procedure. The driver does vehicle is driven with a gear engaged not need to hold the key in position 3. but accelerator is released.
Page 173 Driving and operating The engine will be switched off while Conditions for an Autostop Otherwise an Autostop will be the ignition stays on. inhibited. The stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled: Certain settings of the climate control system may inhibit an Autostop.
Page 174: Parking
Driving and operating The engine start is indicated by the ● The charging level of the vehicle ● Always apply the parking needle at the idle speed position in battery is below a defined level. brake. Activate the manual the tachometer. ●...
Page 175: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust key. Turn the front wheels approx. 30 seconds before towards the kerb. switching off, in order to protect the turbocharger. ● Close the windows and the 9 Danger sunroof. Note ● Remove the ignition key from Engine exhaust gases contain In the event of an accident with the ignition switch.
Page 176: Catalytic Converter
Driving and operating needs between seven and twelve % illuminates when diesel particle The control indicator % extinguishes minutes. Autostop is not available filter is full. Start cleaning process as as soon as the self-cleaning and fuel consumption may be higher soon as possible.
Page 177: Automatic Transmission
Driving and operating Automatic transmission can be continued for a short period, In automatic mode, the driving keeping vehicle speed and engine programme is indicated by D in the speed low. Driver Information Centre. The automatic transmission permits R indicates reverse gear. automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) or manual gearshifting N indicates neutral position.
Page 178: Selector Lever
Driving and operating Selector lever < : manual mode upshifting: move The engine can only be started with selector lever in position M and the lever in position P or N. When tap upwards position N is selected, press the brake ] : manual mode downshifting: pedal or apply the parking brake move selector lever in position...
Page 179: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Parking The selected gear is indicated in the ● When SPORT mode is engaged, instrument cluster. the vehicle shifts at higher engine Apply the parking brake and engage speeds (unless cruise control is If a higher gear is selected when on).
Page 180: Interruption Of Power Supply
Driving and operating The transmission no longer shifts 3. Insert a screwdriver into the automatically. Continued travel is opening as far as it will go and possible with manual shifting. move the selector lever out of P or N. If P or N is engaged again, the Only the highest gear is available.
Page 181: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission Brakes Caution The brake system comprises two It is not advisable to drive with the independent brake circuits. hand resting on the selector lever. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can Upshift indication 3 118. still be braked using the other brake circuit.
Page 182: Parking Brake
Driving and operating ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Fault Parking brake as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains Manual parking brake 9 Warning steerable, even during hard braking. ABS control is made apparent If there is a fault in the ABS, the through a pulse in the brake pedal wheels may be liable to lock due...
Page 183: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and operating brake automatically. This is not To reduce the operating forces of adequate force. For maximum possible when the switch m is pulled the parking brake, depress the force, e.g. parking with trailer or on at the same time. brake pedal at the same time.
Page 184: Brake Assist
Driving and operating Ride control systems Apply electric parking brake: pull and Hill start assist hold the switch m for more than five The system helps prevent unintended seconds . If control indicator m Traction Control system movement when driving away on illuminates, electric parking brake is inclines.
Page 185: Electronic Stability Control
Driving and operating press b briefly to deactivate TC, k When ESC operates b flashes. 9 Warning illuminates. Deactivation is displayed as status message in the Driver 9 Warning Do not let this special safety Information Centre. feature tempt you into taking risks Do not let this special safety TC is reactivated by pressing b when driving.
Page 186: Sport Mode
Driving and operating For a more sporty behaviour ESC and Deactivation, OPC version Additionally, the selected mode is TC can be deactivated separately: displayed as status message in the Driver Information Centre. ● Press b briefly: only Traction On OPC version TC and ESC remain control system is inactive, ESC deactivated even if the vehicle comes remains active, k illuminates.
Page 187 Driving and operating Deactivate SPORT mode and TOUR SPORT mode ● Shift points of automatic mode by pressing the corresponding transmission occur in a comfort The settings of the systems are button once more. mode. adapted to a sportier driving style: In each driving mode, Flex Ride ●...
Page 188 Driving and operating into sporty settings. The DMC Flex Ride - OPC Version OPC Flex Ride driving system allows changes to SPORT mode in case of the driver to select between three The OPC Version of Flex Ride system very sporty driving behaviour. driving modes: works in the same way as the If, for example, TOUR mode is...
Page 189: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and operating Driver assistance NORMAL mode In NORMAL mode, when neither systems SPORT nor OPC is pressed, all settings of the systems are adapted to standard values. 9 Warning SPORT mode Driver assistance systems are The settings of the systems are developed to support the driver adapted to a sportier driving style.
Page 190 Driving and operating maintained. Control indicator m in Automatic deactivation: instrument cluster illuminates green. ● Vehicle speed is below approx. Accelerator pedal can be released. 30 km/h. Vehicle speed can be increased by ● Vehicle speed is above approx. depressing the accelerator pedal. 200 km/h.
Page 191: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Pressing L for activating speed Activation Set speed limit limiter or switching off the ignition also switches off cruise control and deletes the stored speed. Speed limiter The speed limiter prevents the vehicle exceeding a preset maximum speed.
Page 192: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and operating Release the accelerator pedal and Adaptive cruise control the speed limiter function is Adaptive cruise control is an reactivated once a speed lower than enhancement to traditional cruise the limit speed is obtained. control with the additional feature of maintaining a certain distance behind Deactivation the vehicle ahead.
Page 193 Driving and operating Adaptive cruise control uses a radar Switching on sensor to detect the vehicles ahead. If no vehicle is detected in the driving path, the adaptive cruise control will behave like a traditional cruise control. For safety reasons, the system cannot be activated before the brake pedal has been depressed once since switching on ignition.
Page 194 Driving and operating Once the system is activated, Reduce speed The following distance can be set to adaptive cruise control decelerates or near, medium or far. With adaptive cruise control active, brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead, hold thumb wheel turned to SET/-: which is slower or closer than the speed decreases continuously in desired following distance.
Page 195 Driving and operating If this symbol does not display, or 9 Warning displays briefly, adaptive cruise control will not respond to vehicles The driver accepts full ahead. responsibility for the appropriate following distance based on traffic, Deactivation weather and visibility conditions. Adaptive cruise control is deactivated Following distance must be by the driver when:...
Page 196 Driving and operating ● There is no traffic and nothing Driver's attention detected on the road sides for ● Use adaptive cruise control several minutes. In this case, carefully on bends or mountain there are no radar echoes and roads, as it can lose the vehicle the sensor may report that it is ahead and need time to detect it blocked.
Page 197 Driving and operating ● After a sudden lane change, the entering or exiting a bend or if the cruise control may not be able to system needs a certain time to bend gets stronger or weaker. If it no brake the vehicle in time to avoid a detect the next preceding longer detects any vehicle ahead, collision with a much slower vehicle or...
Page 198 Driving and operating Hill and trailer considerations Radar unit consult a workshop to verify and correct the adaptive cruise control sensor position. Settings Settings can be changed in the Auto collision preparation menu in the vehicle personalisation, 3 134. System performance on hills and when towing a trailer depends on your Fault vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic...
Page 199: Forward Collision Alert
Driving and operating Vehicle messages 3 128. on vehicles equipped with adaptive cruise control 3 190. Forward collision alert ● Forward collision alert based on front camera system The forward collision alert can help to on vehicles with traditional cruise avoid or reduce the harm caused by control or none 3 187.
Page 200 Driving and operating Alerting the driver Note that the alert timing sensitivity Press E; the current setting is shown setting is shared with the following in the Driver Information Centre. A green illuminated vehicle ahead distance setting of the adaptive cruise Press E again to change the alert control indicator A illuminates in the control.
Page 201 Driving and operating Settings Alerting the driver A green illuminated vehicle ahead Settings can be changed in the Auto control indicator A illuminates in the collision preparation menu in the instrument cluster when the system vehicle personalisation 3 134. has detected a vehicle in the driving path.
Page 202: Following Distance Indication
Driving and operating Deactivation Following distance approaching a vehicle ahead too The system can be deactivated. indication rapidly, it may not provide you Press V repeatedly until the following enough time to avoid a collision. The following distance indication message appears in the Driver The driver accepts full displays the distance to a preceding Information Centre.
Page 203: Active Emergency Braking
Driving and operating The feature uses various inputs (e.g. Brake preparation system radar sensor, brake pressure, vehicle When approaching a vehicle ahead speed) to calculate the probability of so quickly that a collision is likely, the a frontal collision. brake preparation system slightly Active emergency braking operates pressurises the brakes.
Page 204 Driving and operating film, dust, ice or snow. In case of 9 Warning sensor blockage, clean the sensor cover. Active emergency braking is not In some seldom cases the active designed to apply strong emergency braking system may autonomous braking or to avoid provide a short automatic braking in automatically a collision.
Page 205: Parking Assist
Driving and operating Parking assist The system has four ultrasonic Deactivation parking sensors in the rear bumper. Rear parking assist Activation When reverse gear is engaged, the 9 Warning system is ready to operate automatically. The driver bears full responsibility An illuminated LED in the parking for the parking manoeuvre.
Page 206 Driving and operating Fault The system has four ultrasonic description) the system is equipped parking sensors each in the rear and with D. Both systems will be In the event of a fault in the system or front bumper. operated by D. if the system does not work due to temporary conditions, e.g.
Page 207 Driving and operating Activation obstacle. When the distance is less The distance indication in the Driver than approx. 30 cm, the sound is Information Centre can be inhibited When reverse gear is engaged, the continuous. by vehicle messages with a higher front and rear parking assist is ready priority.
Page 208 Driving and operating When the system is deactivated, the Advanced parking assist signals. The driver must control LED in the button extinguishes. acceleration, braking, steering and gearshifting. 9 Warning Additionally, Park Assist Off pops-up in the Driver Information Centre when The system uses the sensors of the the system is deactivated manually.
Page 209 Driving and operating ● Advanced parking assist is The system can only be activated and If the driver does not stop the vehicle active: short press activates can only search for a parking slot at a within ten metres after a parking slot front-rear parking assist.
Page 210 Driving and operating As soon as turn indicator is switched off, the system searches for parking slots on the passenger side again. Display priorities After activating the advanced parking assist, a message appears in the Driver Information Centre. Advanced parking assist indication in the Driver Information Centre can be inhibited by vehicle messages with a higher priority.
Page 211 Driving and operating Deactivation by the driver or by the Basic notes on parking assist correct distance indication in the system during manoeuvring will be systems upper part of these vehicles indicated by Parking Deactivated in cannot be guaranteed. the Driver Information Centre. 9 Warning Objects with a very small reflection Fault...
Page 212: Side Blind Spot Alert
Driving and operating Note Note ● pedestrians, cyclists or animals The parking assist system After use the advanced parking Before changing a lane, always automatically detects factory-fitted assist requires a calibration. For check all mirrors, look over the towing equipment. It is deactivated optimal parking guidance, a driving shoulder and use the turn signal.
Page 213: Rear View Camera
Driving and operating The system can be activated or Side blind spot alert does not operate deactivated in the menu Settings in when the left or right corners of the the Info-Display, vehicle rear bumper are covered with mud, personalisation 3 134. dirt, snow, ice or slush.
Page 214 Driving and operating The camera is mounted in the tailgate e.g. below the bumper or handle and has a viewing angle of underneath the vehicle, are not 130°. displayed. Do not reverse the vehicle by only looking at the Info-Display and check the surrounding area behind and around the vehicle before reversing.
Page 215: Traffic Sign Assistant
Driving and operating Display settings Activation or deactivation of the rear Traffic sign assistant view camera can be changed in the Settings menu in the Info-Display. Functionality Vehicle personalisation 3 134. The traffic sign assistant system detects designated traffic signs via a Fault front camera and displays them in the Fault messages are displayed with a...
Page 216 Driving and operating Road signs An exclamation mark in a frame Beginning and end of: indicates that there is an add-on sign detected which cannot be recognised ● motorways by the system. ● A-roads The system is active up to a speed of ●...
Page 217 Driving and operating Alert function The alert function can be activated or Select Settings X by pressing deactivated in the Settings menu of MENU and select Traffic sign Once activated, speed limit and no the traffic sign assistant page by detection via the adjuster wheel on passing signs are displayed as pop- pressing SET/CLR on the turn signal...
Page 218 Driving and operating When the Settings page is displayed, case No Traffic Sign Detection select Off to deactivate alert function. due to Weather is indicated in the Reactivate by selecting On. Driver Information Centre. When switching on the ignition, alert ●...
Page 219: Lane Departure Warning
Driving and operating Activation The driver assistance systems do not relieve the driver from full responsibility for vehicle operation. Lane departure warning The lane departure warning system observes the lane markings between which the vehicle is driving via a front camera.
Page 220: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel The system can not operate when no Caution lane marking is detected. Fuel for petrol engines Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or Only use unleaded fuel that complies equivalent can lead to deposits or with European standard EN 228 or engine damage and may affect...
Page 221: Fuel For Liquid Gas Operation
Driving and operating The boiling point depends on the Pressing LPG switches between Caution pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient petrol and liquid gas operation as pressure, it is between -42 °C (pure soon as the required parameters Use of fuel that does not comply to propane) and -0.5 °C (pure butane).
Page 222 Driving and operating The selected fuel mode is stored and Due to extreme temperatures in 9 Warning reactivated at the next ignition cycle if combination with the gas conditions allow. composition, it may take slightly If you smell gas in the vehicle or in longer before the system switches As soon as the liquid gas tanks are the immediate vicinity, switch to...
Page 223: Refuelling
Driving and operating If no further gas odour is perceptible 9 Danger when the manual shut-off valve is closed, the vehicle can be used in Before refuelling, switch off petrol mode. If the gas odour persists, ignition and any external heaters do not start the engine.
Page 224 Driving and operating The fuel filler cap can be retained in the bracket on the fuel filler flap. To refuel, fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it on. After automatic cut-off, it can be topped up by operating the pump nozzle maximally two more times.
Page 225 A small quantity of liquid gas standardised, different adapters are can escape. required which are available from Remove adapter and stow in vehicle. Opel Distributors and from Opel Fit protective cap to prevent the Authorised Repairers. Bayonet adapter: Netherlands, penetration of foreign bodies into the Norway, Spain, United Kingdom filler opening and the system.
Page 226: Fuel Consumption - Co Emissions
The fuel consumption (combined) of actual fuel consumption of a the model Opel Astra is within a range particular vehicle. Additional of 7.8 to 3.6 l/100 km. equipment may result in slightly...
Page 227: Trailer Hitch
Driving and operating Trailer hitch Driving characteristics and Trailer towing towing tips Trailer loads General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate The permissible trailer loads are Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do vehicle and engine-dependent been approved for your vehicle.
Page 228: Towing Equipment
Driving and operating The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load Stowage of coupling ball bar must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the specified on the identification plate towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 294.
Page 229 Driving and operating Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the All versions except 3-door hatchback: opening for the coupling ball bar and ●...
Page 230 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Attach breakaway stopping cable to in the opening and push firmly eye. upwards until it audibly engages. Check that the coupling ball bar is The rotary handle snaps back into its correctly installed original position resting against the ●...
Page 231: Trailer Stability Assist
Driving and operating Dismounting the coupling ball bar Press fastenings outward. Open the protective flap and turn the Trailer stability assist key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced Pull out rotary handle and turn and the vehicle/trailer combination is clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 232: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Vehicle care Interior lights ......257 Appearance care ....... 287 Instrument panel illumination ... 257 Exterior care ......287 Electrical system ......257 Interior care ......289 Fuses ........257 General Information ....231 Engine compartment fuse box . 258 Accessories and vehicle Instrument panel fuse box ..
Page 233: General Information
Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage ● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. Storage for a long period of time Accessories and vehicle ● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle modifications If the vehicle is to be stored for several battery.
Page 234: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks website, where legally required. Only 9 Danger entrust this work to an authorised recycling centre. Performing work The ignition system and Xenon Gas vehicles must be recycled by a headlights use extremely high service centre authorised for gas voltage.
Page 235: Engine Oil
Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an Check with the vehicle on a level Autostop, the engine will be restarted surface. The engine must be at automatically for safety reasons. operating temperature and switched off for at least five minutes. Closing Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull...
Page 236: 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 the MAX mark on the dipstick. Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
Page 237: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle care Washer fluid 9 Warning Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of approved coolant concentrate mixed with clean tap water. If no coolant concentrate is available, use clean tap water.
Page 238: Brakes
Vehicle care Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise sounds during braking. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as Batteries do not belong in household soon as possible. waste. They must be disposed of at Once new brake linings are installed, an appropriate recycling collection do not brake unnecessarily hard for...
Page 239 Using an AGM vehicle battery and the ventilation in the vicinity of the different from the original Opel negative terminal must be opened. vehicle battery may result in a lower Only use vehicle batteries that allow...
Page 240: Diesel Fuel System Bleeding
Vehicle care ● See the Owner's Manual for Wiper blade replacement Wiper blade on the rear window further information. ● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery. Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled.
Page 241: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Halogen headlights Low beam (1) 5-door hatchback, 4-door Switch off the ignition and switch off notchback, Sports tourer the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands.
Page 242 Vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder High beam (2) Sidelights/Daytime running light (3) anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate the cap (2) anticlockwise 1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise and remove it. and remove it. Use the screwdriver to rotate the cap.
Page 243 Vehicle care 2. Press latches together and 3-door hatchback Low/High beam (1) withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with one and remove it. bulb for low and high beam. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket Sidelight/Daytime running light (2).
Page 244: Adaptive Forward Lighting
Vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder Sidelight/Daytime running light (2) 2. Remove the bulb from the socket anticlockwise to disengage. by pulling. Withdraw the bulb holder from the 3. Replace and insert new bulb into reflector. socket. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clockwise.
Page 245: Fog Lights
Vehicle care Corner lighting 2. Rotate the bulb holder Fog lights anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the 5-door hatchback, 4-door reflector. notchback, Sports tourer 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. 3. Disengage the bulb from the plug 1.
Page 246 Vehicle care 3. Unscrew three screws and 8. Attach turn light assembly into the remove fog light assembly from bumper and fix with two screws. the bumper. 9. Engage both caps. 3-door hatchback 2. Unscrew both screws and remove turn light assembly from the bumper.
Page 247: Front Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care 3. Turn the bulb socket Front turn signal lights anticlockwise and remove it from the reflector. 5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback, Sports tourer 4. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 5. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach the plug connector.
Page 248 Vehicle care 4. Disengage the plug connector 1. Disengage the spring clip and 2. Unscrew both screws and remove from the bulb socket by pressing then swivel it backwards. light assembly from the bumper. the retaining lug. 2. Pull the bulb socket with bulb out 5.
Page 249: Tail Lights
Vehicle care 3. Disengage the bulb socket from 4. Replace and insert new bulb into the plug connector by pressing socket by turning clockwise. the retaining lug. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the 4. Remove and replace the bulb reflector and turn clockwise.
Page 250 Vehicle care 3. Carefully withdraw the tail light assembly from recesses and remove. Make sure that the cable duct remains in position. 4. Detach the cable from the retainer. 5. Detach the wiring plug from the bulb carrier. 2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut 7.
Page 251 Vehicle care from the inside of the load slightly into the socket and compartment. rotating anticlockwise: Close the cover and engage. Tail light (1) Rear fog light/Reverse light (2), Light assembly in the tailgate depending on the side. 6. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail light assembly.
Page 252 Vehicle care 3. Carefully withdraw tail light retaining pins into the recesses of assembly from recesses and the vehicle body and tighten the remove. Make sure that the cable plastic securing nuts from the duct remains in position. inside of the load compartment. Attach cover.
Page 253 Vehicle care Sports tourer 2. Remove cover on the respective side. 2. Remove the bulb holder by turning and replace the bulb by 1. On left-hand side, fold down the withdrawing or pushing the bulb 3. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts blind and remove.
Page 254 Vehicle care 4. Carefully withdraw tail light assembly with the retaining pins Light assembly in the tailgate assembly from recesses and into the recesses of the vehicle remove. Make sure that the cable body and tighten the plastic duct remains in position. securing nuts from the inside of the load compartment.
Page 255 Vehicle care 4. Remove the bulb holder by Rear fog light respectively reverse 3-door hatchback turning anticlockwise and replace light (2), depending on the side, can the bulb by withdrawing or be replaced by a cover in the tailgate pushing the bulb slightly into the without removing the light assembly: socket and rotating anticlockwise: remove cover, turn bulb holder and...
Page 256 Vehicle care 4. Detach wiring plug from bulb plug with the light assembly. Fit carrier. light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the vehicle body and tighten the plastic securing nuts from the inside of the load compartment. Close cover and engage.
Page 257: Side Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care slightly into the socket and Side turn signal lights rotating anticlockwise: 3-door hatchback To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove from housing. Tail light (1) Rear fog light/Reverse light (2), depending on the side. version with Light Emitting Diode 1.
Page 258: Number Plate Light
Vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. the left and insert right end.
Page 259: Interior Lights
Vehicle care Electrical system 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. Fuses 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. Data on the replacement fuse must 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let match the data on the defective fuse. engage.
Page 260: Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards. Place the fuse extractor on the Fuse extractor various types of fuse from the top or A fuse extractor may be located in the side, and withdraw fuse.
Page 261 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit Engine control module 16 Starter Lambda sensor 17 Transmission control module Fuel injection/Ignition system 18 Heated rear window Fuel injection/Ignition system 19 Front power windows – 20 Rear power windows Mirror heating/Anti-theft alarm 21 Rear electrical centre system 22 Left high beam (Halogen) Fan control/Engine control...
Page 262: Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box No. Circuit No. Circuit 33 Adaptive forward lighting/Auto‐ 49 Fuel pump matic light control 50 Headlamp levelling/Adaptive 34 Exhaust gas recirculation forward lighting 35 Exterior mirror/Rain sensor 51 Air shutter 36 Climate control 52 Auxiliary heater/Diesel engine 37 Canister vent solenoid 53 Transmission control module/ Engine control module...
Page 263: Load Compartment Fuse Box
Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit Displays 16 Power outlet Exterior lights/Body control 17 Air conditioning system module 18 Logistics Exterior lights/Body control 19 Body control module module 20 Body control module Infotainment system 21 Instrument panel cluster/Anti- Infotainment system/Instrument theft alarm system Power outlet/Cigarette lighter 22 Ignition sensor...
Page 264 Vehicle care Fold down the blind and remove. Fuse assignments Remove the cover. Remove the cover. Sports tourer The fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover.
Page 265 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit – 17 Power outlet Trailer outlet 18 – Parking assist 19 Steering wheel heating – 20 Sunroof – 21 Heated front seats – 22 – Power seat 23 – When assembling press the blind into –...
Page 266: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools Sports Tourer and 4-door notchback Vehicles with spare wheel Variant 1a: 3-door and 5-door Tools hatchback with rigid wheel wrench Vehicles with tyre repair kit Some tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit in a tool box in the load compartment below the floor cover.
Page 267 Vehicle care Variant 1b: 3-door and 5-door Variant 2: Sports Tourer Variant 3: 4-door notchback hatchback with foldable wheel wrench The jack, the tools and the towing eye The jack and the tools are in the tool are in the tool box below the spare box below the spare wheel in the load Same content as variant 1a, but with wheel in the load compartment.
Page 268: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Tyre sizes 215/50 R17 are only The maximum speed is achievable at suitable as winter tyres. kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus 125 kg payload. Optional equipment Tyre condition, wheel condition could reduce the maximum speed of Tyre designations the vehicle.
Page 269 Vehicle care Incorrect tyre pressures will impair 9 Warning safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel economy and will increase tyre If the pressure is too low, this can wear. result in considerable tyre warm- Tyre pressures differ depending on up and internal damage, leading to various options.
Page 270: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Vehicle care values provided on the tyre All wheels must be equipped with Press MENU to select the Vehicle information label and tyre pressure pressure sensors and the tyres must Information MenuX. chart are valid for cold tyres, which have the prescribed pressure. means at 20 °C.
Page 271 Vehicle care Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre If w illuminates at lower temperatures and extinguishes after some driving, pressure monitoring system sensors must be dismounted and serviced. this could be an indicator for For the screwed sensor: replace approaching a low tyre pressure condition.
Page 272 Vehicle care The tyre pressure sensor matching 3. On vehicles with automatic process should also be performed transmission: set the selector after replacing a spare wheel with a lever to P. road wheel containing the tyre On vehicles with manual pressure sensor.
Page 273: Tread Depth
Vehicle care 9. Proceed to the right side front Tyres should be replaced for safety If there is more wear at the front than wheel, and repeat the procedure reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm the rear, swap round front wheels and in Step 8.
Page 274: Wheel Covers
Vehicle care Wheel covers Tyre chains 3-door hatchback Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of Wheel covers and tyres that are size 225/55 R17. Always use fine factory approved for the respective mesh chains that add no more than vehicle and comply with all of the 10 mm to the tyre tread and the relevant wheel and tyre combination inboard sides (including chain lock).
Page 275 Vehicle care Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that 2. Remove the compressor. is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit. 9 Warning Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Do not use for a lengthy period. Steering and handling may be affected.
Page 276 Vehicle care 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 9. Connect the compressor plug to 13. The prescribed tyre pressure the connection on the sealant the power outlet or cigarette should be obtained within ten bottle. lighter socket. minutes. Tyre pressure 3 311. When the correct pressure is 5.
Page 277: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care Drain excess tyre pressure with If unusual noise is heard or the the button over the pressure compressor becomes hot, turn indicator. compressor off for at least 30 minutes. Do not run the compressor longer than ten minutes. The built-in safety valve opens at a pressure of 7 bar.
Page 278 Vehicle care Make the following preparations and ● Do not start the vehicle when it is observe the following information: raised on the jack. ● Park the vehicle on a level, firm ● Clean wheel nuts and thread with and non-skid surface. The front a clean cloth before mounting the wheels must be in the straight- wheel.
Page 279 Vehicle care Fold out the wheel wrench and install ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by half a turn. The wheels might be protected by locking wheel nuts. To loosen these specific nuts first attach the adapter onto the head of the nut before installing the wheel wrench.
Page 280 Vehicle care handle until wheel is clear of the ground. Sports Tourer, jack variant 2 3 264: Set the jack to the necessary Attach wheel wrench and with the height. Position it directly below jack correctly aligned rotate wheel the jacking point in a manner that wrench until wheel is clear of the prevents it from slipping.
Page 281: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Jacking position for lifting platform Front arm position of the lifting cover with the tyre valve before platform at the underbody. installing. Spare wheel Install wheel nut caps. Install centre cap on alloy wheels. Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare 11.
Page 282 Vehicle care 2. Only 3-door hatchback: remove 1. Position the wheel outside up rear storage by pressing both close to one sidewall of the load buttons. Fold down cover and compartment. extract storage upwards. 3. The spare wheel is secured with a wing nut.
Page 283 Vehicle care Stowing a damaged full size Vehicles equipped with a temporary spare wheel: wheel in the spare wheel well, Secure a damaged full size wheel Sports Tourer and 4-door outside up with the wing nut in the notchback spare wheel well after exchanging the Vehicles equipped with a full size thread bolt by an extension bolt, spare wheel:...
Page 284 Vehicle care 3. Take the extension bolt from the tool bag 3 264 and screw it in hand-tight using the hexagon key of the wheel wrench. 4. Store the tool box and the damaged wheel outside up in the spare wheel well and secure it by turning the wing nut clockwise on the bolt.
Page 285: Jump Starting
Vehicle care Jump starting If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the they are not fixed properly. During rear while towing another vehicle, a sudden stop or a collision, loose mount the temporary spare wheel in equipment could strike someone. Do not start with quick charger.
Page 286 Vehicle care ● A discharged vehicle battery can ● The vehicles must not come into 3. Connect the black lead to the already freeze at a temperature contact with each other during negative terminal of the booster of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle the jump starting process.
Page 287: Towing
Vehicle care Towing 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position.
Page 288: 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 289: Appearance Care
Vehicle care Appearance care If using a vehicle wash, comply with Caution the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. and rear window wiper must be Excessive tractive force can switched off. Remove antenna and Locks damage the vehicle.
Page 290 Vehicle care Do not clean the engine compartment Polishing and waxing Remove dirt residues from smearing with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet wiper blades by using a soft cloth and Wax the vehicle regularly (at the cleaner. window cleaner. Also make sure to latest when water no longer beads).
Page 291: Interior Care
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Before and after winter, wash the Operate the rear carrier system underbody and have the protective periodically if not in regular use, in Do not use high-pressure jet wax coating checked. particular during winter. cleaners. Liquid gas system Air shutter Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel...
Page 292 Vehicle care Clothing fabrics may not be colourfast. This could cause visible discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable stains and discolourations should be cleaned as soon as possible. Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner. Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
Page 293: Service And Maintenance
Service and maintenance Service and General information Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia- Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, maintenance Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Service information Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, In order to ensure economical and Greece, Greenland, Hungary, safe vehicle operation and to Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, maintain the value of your vehicle, it General information ....
Page 294: Recommended Fluids And
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Confirmations Dexos is the newest engine oil quality that provides optimum protection for lubricants and parts Confirmation of service is recorded in petrol and diesel engines. If it is the Service and Warranty Booklet. unavailable, engine oils of other listed Recommended fluids and The date and mileage is completed qualities must be used.
Page 295 Service and maintenance Additional engine oil additives northern countries with very low temperatures, the factory filled The use of additional engine oil coolant provides frost protection additives could cause damage and down to approx. -37 °C. This invalidate the warranty. concentration should be maintained Engine oil viscosity grades all year round.
Page 296: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....294 Vehicle Identification Number .. 294 Identification plate ....294 Engine identification ....295 Vehicle data ....... 296 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........ 296 Engine data ......299 Performance ......
Page 297: Engine Identification
Technical data Information on identification label: Engine identification 1 : manufacturer The technical data tables show the 2 : type approval number engine identifier code. Engine data 3 : vehicle identification number 3 299. 4 : permissible gross vehicle weight To identify the respective engine, rating in kg refer to the engine power in the EEC...
Page 298: Vehicle Data
Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries with European service interval 3 291 Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 – – dexos 2 ✔...
Page 299 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries with international service interval 3 291 Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 (if available) ✔ – dexos 2 ✔ ✔ In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below: All countries with international service interval 3 291 Engine oil quality Petrol engines...
Page 300 Technical data All countries with international service interval 3 291 ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ – API SN resource conserving ✔ – Engine oil viscosity grades All countries with international service interval 3 291 Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 below -25 °C...
Page 301: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data A14XER, B14NEL B14NET LPG, B16XER A16XHT B16SHL B16SHT Engine identifier code B14XER B14NET Sales designation Engineering code A14XER B14NET B14NET B16XER B16SHT B16SHT 1398 1364 1364 1598 1598 1598 1598 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 6000 4200-6000 4900-6000...
Page 302 Technical data Sales designation 2.0 OPC Engine identifier code A16LET A18XER B20NFT A13DTE B16DTH B16DTL Engineering code A18XER B20NFT B16DTH B16DTL 1598 1796 1998 1248 1598 1598 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 5500 6300 5300 4000 3500-4000 3500 Torque [Nm] at rpm...
Page 303 Technical data Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo A17DTN A17DTC A17DTS A20DTH A20DTH A20DTR Engine identifier code 121 kW 96 kW Engineering code 1686 1686 1686 1956 1956 1956 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] 121/117 at rpm 4000 4000 4000...
Page 304: Performance
Technical data Performance 3-door hatchback Engine A14XER B14NEL B14NET A16LET A16XHT B16SHT B16SHL Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission – Automatic transmission – – – – – 4th gear. A20DTH A20DTH Engine A18XER B20NFT B16DTH B16DTL 121 kW 96 kW A20DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission –...
Page 305 Technical data 4-door notchback B14NET Engine B14XER B14NET A16LET B16XER A16XHT Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – 4th gear. Engine A13DTE B16DTH B16DTL B16SHL Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission – Automatic transmission – – Sports tourer B14NET Engine B14XER B14NEL...
Page 306 Technical data Engine A13DTE B16DTH B16DTL A17DTN A20DTH A20DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – – –...
Page 307: Vehicle Weight
Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 3-door hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14XER 1393/1408 – [kg] B14NEL –/1437 – B14NET –/1437 –/1471 A16LET 1471 – A16XHT –/1503 – B16SHT –/1503 –...
Page 308 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 4-door notchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning B14XER 1393/1405 – [kg] B14NET 1437/1449 –/1483 B14NET 1503/1515 – A16LET –/1471 1503 B16XER 1393/1405 –/1449 A16XHT –/1503 –/1503 A13DTE 1471/1483 –...
Page 309 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Sports tourer Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning B14XER 1393/1408 – [kg] B14NEL 1437/1452 – B14NET 1437/1452 –/1503 B14NET LPG 1503/1518 – A16LET –/1503 –/1550 B16XER 1437/1452 –/1503 B16SHL –/1550 –/1571...
Page 310: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions 3-door hatchback 4-door notchback Sports tourer Length [mm] 4466 4658 4698 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1840 1814 1814 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 2013 2013 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1482 1500 1535 Length of load compartment floor [mm] 1084 1069 Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]...
Page 311: Capacities
Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A14XER, A16LET, A16XHT, B20NFT B14XER, B16XER, B16SHT, B14NEL, A18XER B16SHL B14NET LPG, B14NET including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Engine A13DTE B16DTH, A17DTC, A20DTH, ecoFlex B16DTL A17DTN, A20DTR A17DTS including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l]...
Page 312 Technical data Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l] LPG, refilling quantity [l] A13DTE diesel engine in combination with special equipment: 46 litres. Sports tourer: 33 litres.
Page 313: Tyre Pressures
Technical data Tyre pressures Tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the listed car models is as follows: ● 3-door hatchback ● 4-door notchback ● Sports tourer Refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model. 3-door hatchback Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load...
Page 314 Technical data 3-door hatchback 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)
Page 315 Technical data 3-door hatchback 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]) A16XHT, 225/55 R17 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33)
Page 316 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B14NET LPG, 205/60 R16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 230/2.3 270/2.7...
Page 317 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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 205/65 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 318 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B16XER 205/60 R16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 230/2.3 270/2.7...
Page 319 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) A16XHT, 215/60 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 270/2.7...
Page 320 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B16SHL 215/60 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 321 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load 4-door notchback 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) A13DTE 205/60 R16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 230/2.3 270/2.7...
Page 322 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B14NET LPG, 205/55 R16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 230/2.3 270/2.7...
Page 323 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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 205/65 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 324 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B16XER 205/55 R16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 230/2.3 270/2.7...
Page 325 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B16DTH, 215/60 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 270/2.7...
Page 326 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) B16SHL 215/60 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 327 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) A17DTN 205/65 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 328 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) A20DTH 205/65 R16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 280/2.8...
Page 329 Technical data Comfort with up to With full load Sports tourer 3 people ECO with up to 3 people 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]) 235/40 R19 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 280/2.8 300/3.0 (41)
Page 330: Customer Information
Customer information Customer Customer information information Declaration of conformity Radio transmission systems Customer information ....328 This vehicle has systems that Declaration of conformity ..328 transmit and/or receive radio waves Software acknowledgement ..333 subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. These systems are in compliance Vehicle data recording and pri‐...
Page 331 Customer information...
Page 332 Customer information Jack, 3-door and 5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback...
Page 333 We declare that the product: Hans-Peter Metzger Product designation: Jack Engineering Group Manager Chassis Type/GM part number: 13576735 & Structure is in compliance with the provisions of Adam Opel AG Directive 2006/42/EC. D-65423 Rüsselsheim Applied technical standards: GMN9737 : jacking GM 14337 : standard equipment jack –...
Page 334 Customer information Jack, Sports Tourer...
Page 335: Software Acknowledgement
Type/GM part number: 13348505, & Structure without warranty of any kind, express 13504504 or implied, including but not limited to Adam Opel AG is in compliance with the provisions of the warranties of merchantability, D-65423 Rüsselsheim Directive 2006/42/EC. fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement of third party rights.
Page 336 Customer information unzip This software is provided “as is,” permitted without inclusion of this without warranty of any kind, express license, as long as the normal This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the or implied. In no event shall Info-ZIP SFX banner has not been Info-ZIP copyright and license.
Page 337: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Customer information Vehicle data recording use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e- ● vehicle reactions in particular mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP driving situations (e.g. inflation of and privacy URL(s). an airbag, activation of the stability regulation system) 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use Event data recorders the names “Info-ZIP,”...
Page 338: Collision Damage Repair
(e.g. vehicle transmitters for garage door vehicle location in emergency cases) openers. RFID technology in Opel allow the transmission of particular vehicles does not use or record vehicle data from the vehicle.
Page 339 Customer information...
Page 340: Index
Index Autostop........170 Auxiliary heater......164 Accessories and vehicle modifications ......231 Active Emergency Braking..201 Battery discharge protection ..156 Active head restraints....40 Battery voltage ......131 Adaptive cruise control..121, 190 Belts..........51 Adaptive forward lighting . . 121, Bicycle rack........
Page 341 Child restraint systems ....58 Cigarette lighter ......109 Electric adjustment ...... 32 Fault ........... 177 Climate control ......17 Electrical system......257 First aid......... 97 Climate control systems..... 157 Electric parking brake..117, 180 First aid kit ........97 Clock...........
Page 342 Glovebox ........63 Instrument cluster ...... 110 Loading information ..... 99 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Instrument panel fuse box ..260 Low fuel ........120 Info-Display ......126 Instrument panel illumination ..257 Low washer fluid ......121 Instrument panel illumination control ........153 Halogen headlights ....
Page 343 Rear view camera ...... 211 Sidelights........144 Rear window wiper/washer ..106 Side turn signal lights ....255 Parking ........ 20, 172 Recommended fluids and Smartphone controller....128 Parking assist ......203 lubricants ......292, 296 Software acknowledgement..333 Parking brake ......180 Reduced engine power....
Page 344 Towing equipment ..... 226 Windscreen........34 Towing the vehicle ..... 285 Windscreen wiper/washer ..104 Vehicle battery ......236 Traction Control system ..... 182 Winter tyres ....... 266 Vehicle checks......232 Traction Control system off..119 Wiper blade replacement ..238 Vehicle data........
Page 345 Copyright by ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim, Germany. The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. Adam Opel AG reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications, features and design of the vehicles relative to the information in this publication as well as changes to the publication itself.

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