Opel  Owner's Manual
Opel  Owner's Manual

Opel Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 OPEL ASTRA Owner's Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 20 Seats, restraints ......47 Storage ........67 Instruments and controls ..... 86 Lighting ........117 Climate control ......124 Driving and operating ....132 Vehicle care ....... 159 Service and maintenance ..
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction...
  • Page 5: Using This Manual

    "Service and prices. Experienced mechanics ■ The Owner's Manual uses the maintenance" and "Technical data" trained by Opel work according to factory engine designations. The as well as on the identification plate. specific Opel instructions. corresponding sales designations...
  • Page 6 Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Adam Opel AG...
  • Page 7 Introduction...
  • Page 8: In Brief

    In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Electronic key Radio remote control Initial drive information When in possession of the electronic key, simply pulling the door handle will unlock the vehicle and open the Press button q to unlock the vehicle. door.
  • Page 9: Seat Adjustment

    In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning Turn handwheel. Do not lean on seat Lever pumping motion when adjusting. = higher Pull handle, slide seat, release Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position down = lower handle. 3 49, Folding front passenger seat Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position backrest 3 52.
  • Page 10: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination by Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in shifting body weight. Release lever engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be and audibly engage seat in position.
  • Page 11: Mirror Adjustment

    In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Electric adjustment Interior mirror Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is Select the relevant exterior mirror and Swivel the lever on the underside to fully locked. Do not adjust steering adjust.
  • Page 12 In brief Instrument panel overview...
  • Page 13 In brief Light switch ......117 Left heated seat ....53 16 Start/Stop button ....22 17 Accelerator pedal ....132 Instrument illumination ..121 Deflation detection system .. 191 18 Ignition switch with Rear fog light ....... 120 Tyre pressure monitoring steering wheel lock .....
  • Page 14 In brief...
  • Page 15: Exterior Lighting

    In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and Turn and lane-change signals low beam To the right = Lever up Turn light switch To the left = Lever down Headlight flash = Pull lever = Off High beam = Push lever = sidelights Turn and lane-change signals Low beam...
  • Page 16: Washer And Wiper Systems

    In brief Horn Washer and wiper systems Hazard warning flashers Windscreen wiper Operated with the ¨ button. Press j. Hazard warning flashers 3 119. & = fast % = slow $ = timed interval wipe or automatic wiping with rain sensor §...
  • Page 17: Climate Control

    In brief Climate control Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer washer systems systems Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Pull lever. Wipers on = push lever Wipers off = push lever again Windscreen and headlight washer Wash = push lever and hold Heating is operated by pressing the system 3 87, Washer fluid 3 163.
  • Page 18 In brief Transmission Demisting and defrosting the Manual transmission automated windows Manual transmission N = neutral o = drive Air distribution to l. + = higher gear Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, Set temperature control to warmest = lower gear wait 3 seconds after depressing level.
  • Page 19: Starting Off

    In brief Starting off Automatic transmission Starting engine with ignition switch Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 190, 3 225. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 161. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
  • Page 20: Starting Engine With Start/Stop Button

    In brief Parking Starting engine with Start/Stop If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, engage reverse gear or set the button ■ Always apply the parking brake selector lever to P before switching without pressing the release button. off the ignition. Turn the front Apply as firmly as possible on a wheels towards the kerb.
  • Page 21 In brief ■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 160. ■ After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds, before switching off in order to protect the turbocharger.
  • Page 22: Keys, Doors And Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Press button to extend. To fold the key, first press the button. windows Keys Car Pass Replacement keys The Car Pass contains security Keys, locks ........20 The key number is specified in the related vehicle data and should Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
  • Page 23 Keys, doors and windows Used to operate: ■ Overload of the central locking Key with foldaway key section system by operating at frequent ■ Central locking system intervals, the power supply is ■ Anti-theft locking system interrupted for a short time ■...
  • Page 24: Start/Stop Button

    Keys, doors and windows Open&Start system Radio remote control synchronisation After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door lock. The radio remote control will be synchronised when you switch on the ignition. Memorised settings Whenever the key is removed from the ignition switch, the following settings are automatically...
  • Page 25 Keys, doors and windows If the ignition has been switched off Radio remote control Emergency operation and the vehicle is stationary, the steering wheel lock activates automatically when the driver's door is opened or closed. Control indicator 0 3 101. Note Do not put the electronic key in the load compartment or in front of the...
  • Page 26 Keys, doors and windows Replacing battery in electronic Replace the battery as soon as the system no longer operates properly or the range is reduced. The need for battery replacement is indicated by InSP3 in the service display or by a check control message in the Info-Display.
  • Page 27: Central Locking System

    Keys, doors and windows Central locking system To replace the battery, press the Unlocking locking mechanism and remove the Unlocks and locks doors, load Radio remote control cap by applying light pressure. Press compartment and fuel filler flap. the cap on the other side outwards. A pull on an interior door handle Replace the battery (battery type unlocks the entire vehicle and opens...
  • Page 28 Keys, doors and windows Electronic key Radio remote control Touch the sensor field in the door handle of one of the front doors. The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approximately 1 metre. The other electronic key must not be inside the vehicle.
  • Page 29 Keys, doors and windows Press the m button: the doors are Turn key or emergency key 3 22 in fuel filler flap remain locked. To deactivate the anti-theft locking locked or unlocked. the driver's door lock as far as it will system, switch on the ignition 3 30.
  • Page 30: Doors

    Keys, doors and windows Doors Child locks Locking Load compartment Opening Insert key or emergency key 3 22 into 9 Warning opening above lock on inside of door and operate lock by pressing until it clicks. Then close the door. The Use the child locks whenever procedure must be carried out for children are occupying the rear...
  • Page 31 Keys, doors and windows Closing smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death. Note The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its ability to remain open. Central locking system 3 25 Saloon 4-door With the doors centrally locked, the boot lid cannot be unlocked with Use the interior handle.
  • Page 32: Vehicle Security

    Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating with the radio remote Activating with the electronic control Anti-theft locking system 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside.
  • Page 33 Keys, doors and windows It monitors: Activation without monitoring of 3. Close doors passenger compartment and ■ Doors, load compartment, bonnet, 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm vehicle inclination system. The LED illuminates. ■ Passenger compartment, After approx. 10 seconds, the ■...
  • Page 34: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors During the first 10 seconds of anti- The alarm siren can be silenced by theft alarm system activation: pressing a button of the radio remote control or by switching on the ignition. Convex shape = Test, ignition delay The anti-theft alarm system is illuminates...
  • Page 35: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Electric adjustment Folding mirrors Electric folding Press the n button and both exterior First select the relevant exterior mirror For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will fold. then swivel the control to adjust. mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position if they are struck Press button n again - both exterior with sufficient force.
  • Page 36: Heated Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Operated by pressing the Ü button. Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Heating functions with the engine To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on running and is switched off the underside of the mirror housing.
  • Page 37: Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Windows Windscreen stickers Power windows can be operated Do not attach stickers such as toll ■ with ignition on Windscreen road stickers or similar on the ■ within 5 minutes of switching windscreen in the area of the interior ignition off mirror.
  • Page 38 Keys, doors and windows Astra TwinTop: when a door is Central switch for electric Child safety system for rear opened the window opens slightly windows, Astra TwinTop windows and closes automatically when the door is closed. Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened...
  • Page 39 Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Open&Start system Fault If the windows cannot be opened or closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close doors 2. Switch on ignition 3. Close the window completely and operate the button for a further 5 seconds 4.
  • Page 40: Heated Rear Window

    Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed when driving. Panoramic windscreen To close roof lining: Move forward to a suitable position.
  • Page 41: Roof

    Keys, doors and windows Roof Caution Sunroof When using a roof rack, check the free movement of the sunroof in 9 Warning order to avoid damage. It is only permitted to raise the sunroof. Take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly Note to children.
  • Page 42 Keys, doors and windows Saloon 4-door Lowering Hold H depressed to close completely. Press button l until the sunroof is closed. Saloon 4-door Operating sunroof from outside The sunblind is manually operated. Keep button & of the remote control Close or open the sunblind by sliding. depressed until the sunroof is fully When the sunroof is open, the closed.
  • Page 43: Retractable Hardtop

    Keys, doors and windows Retractable hardtop Stand-by with key in ignition switch There must be no objects in front of from position 1, or for Open&Start- the rear window or in the pivot area of System switch on ignition. the roof and boot lid. 9 Warning Requirements: Hold button >...
  • Page 44 Keys, doors and windows With vehicle stationary unlock the The door windows are opened slightly ■ The load compartment blind must vehicle. Press button q again and before the roof is closed. If button always be closed during roof < is pressed again after the operation.
  • Page 45: Rollover Protection System

    Keys, doors and windows ■ Activating the roof on uneven accompanying instructions for Astra Fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the ground can lead to malfunctions TwinTop. Professional assistance is vehicle bodywork. and damage. recommended. Deployable anti-roll bars ■ To prevent and remedy squeaking Rollover protection system noises of the roof seals a special The Astra TwinTop is equipped with...
  • Page 46: Load Compartment

    Keys, doors and windows The convertible roof must not be The roof can only be opened if the 9 Warning operated if the anti-roll bars have load in the load compartment does been deployed. A continuous warning not exceed the height of the load The roof cannot be closed or will sound if the switch is actuated.
  • Page 47 Keys, doors and windows Failure of electric drive For the version with spare wheel, the wind deflector is folded away in the Push locking lever forward. load compartment. Wind deflector Fitting Join together the unfolded ends of the wind deflector: Press in the pin at the slider, guide the hinge over the pin and release the slider so that the pin engages in the hinge.
  • Page 48 Keys, doors and windows Pull the toggle of the right and left Removing locking pin and turn to lock. Straighten out the wind deflector, turn the toggle back and engage the locking pin in the recess in the side trim. Insert the guide clips of the wind deflector in the seat belt recesses Remove in reverse order, wind...
  • Page 49: Seats, Restraints

    Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front and rear outboard head restraints Position Head restraints ......47 9 Warning Front seats ........49 Rear seats ........53 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ........54 set to the proper position. Airbag system ......
  • Page 50: Active Head Restraints

    Seats, restraints Rear centre head restraint Adjusting the rear head restraints, Removing Astra TwinTop Pull the head restraint upwards or Press the catches and pull up the Pull the head restraint up or press press the catch to release and push head restraint.
  • Page 51: Front Seats

    Seats, restraints Front seats Note ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached to the front passenger seat Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position head restraint if the seat is not in use. possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly 9 Warning...
  • Page 52 Seats, restraints ■ Adjust the thigh support so that Seat positioning Seat backrests there is a space approx. two fingers wide between the edge of the seat and the hollow of the knee. ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it supports the natural shape of the spine.
  • Page 53 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Pull lever, adjust inclination by Turn handwheel. Do not lean on shifting body weight. Release lever backrest when adjusting. = seat higher and audibly engage seat in position. down = seat lower...
  • Page 54: Seat Folding

    Seats, restraints Seat folding Adjustable thigh support In vehicles with a panoramic window: to tilt seats forward, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors. Armrest Press the button and slide the thigh Lift release lever and fold backrest support.
  • Page 55: Rear Seats

    Seats, restraints Rear seats Heating TwinTop Armrest Saloon and Station wagon Pull the armrest by the strap, pivot it Adjust heating to the desired setting down and position on the sit with the by pressing the ß button for the flat side up.
  • Page 56: Seat Belts

    Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by 9 Warning only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 61. Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or Periodically check all parts of the belt fitting of belts) can trigger the belt system for damage, pollution and pretensioners.
  • Page 57: Three-Point Seat Belt

    Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt Height adjustment Fastening seat belt Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place 1. Pull belt out slightly. objects such as handbags or mobile 2. Press button. phones between the belt and your Withdraw the belt from the retractor, body.
  • Page 58 Seats, restraints Removing seat belt TwinTop To prevent the seat belts from making flapping noise when the sun roof and/ or the windows are open, the seat belts of unoccupied rear seats can be secured behind the armrest. Using the seat belt while pregnant Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder.
  • Page 59: Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Airbag system Each airbag/anti-roll bar is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags/ anti-roll bars replaced by a The airbag system consists of a workshop. Furthermore, it might be number of individual systems necessary to have the steering depending on the scope of wheel, the instrument panel, parts of equipment.
  • Page 60: Front Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Front airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the Additionally there is a warning label impact, thereby reducing the risk of on the side of the instrument panel, The front airbag system consists of injury to the upper body and head of visible when the front passenger door one airbag in the steering wheel and the front seat occupants...
  • Page 61: Curtain Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the The curtain airbag system consists of airbag is able to protect. an airbag in the roof frame on each side. This can be identified by the Side airbag system word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
  • Page 62 Do passenger seat is not occupied or is deactivated. not keep any items in these fitted with an Opel child restraint Do not use protective covers or seat clothes. system with transponders. The cushions on the front passenger curtain airbag system remains seat.
  • Page 63: Child Restraints

    Child restraint systems regulations for mandatory use of child them with any other materials. We recommend the Opel child restraint systems. A child restraint system which has restraint system which is tailored Never hold a child whilst travelling in been subjected to stress in an specifically to the vehicle.
  • Page 64: Child Restraint Installation Locations

    Group III: 22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 to 12 years = Limited, only with seat occupancy recognition and Opel child restraint system with transponders. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position.
  • Page 65 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 ISO/R2 ISO/R3...
  • Page 66 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 –...
  • Page 67: Isofix Child Restraint

    ISOFIX transponders. mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system Opel child restraint systems with positions are marked in the table by transponders are automatically In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, detected if correctly installed to the...
  • Page 68 Seats, restraints Note There must be no objects (e.g. plastic sheet or heating mats) between the seat and the child restraint system. Seat occupancy recognition 3 60.
  • Page 69: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage compartments The glovebox features a pen holder and a place to store coins. The glovebox shelf can be removed: 9 Warning Disengage the shelf by pulling on the Storage compartments ....67 front edge. Do not store heavy or sharp Load compartment .......
  • Page 70: Sunglasses Storage

    Storage Load compartment Sunglasses storage Armrest storage Storage in the front armrest Load compartment extension, Saloon 3-door / 5-door Folding down rear backrests Fold down and open. Do not use for storing heavy objects. To open, press button and open upper part of armrest.
  • Page 71 Storage Folding down centre backrests Load compartment extension, Saloon 4-door Folding down rear backrests Before restoring backrest to an upright position, guide the seat belt Push head restraint down as far as through the belt guides to protect possible 3 47. against damage.
  • Page 72 Storage Do not trap safety belts when erecting Slide front seat forward slightly. seat backrests. Disengage the backrest (single or The three-point seat belt for the split) using the release button on one centre rear seat can only be pulled or both sides and fold it down onto the from the reel if the backrest is properly seat cushion.
  • Page 73 Storage Folding down centre backrests Remove rear outer head restraints Disengage backrest (one-piece or and push centre head restraint all the split) using release button, fold Push head restraint down as far as way down 3 47. Stow the removed forward and engage.
  • Page 74 Storage Load compartment extension, TwinTop Loading area between rear seats Before restoring backrest to an With the seat cushions raised: insert upright position, guide the seat belt head restraints in backrests and through the belt guides to protect adjust 3 47. Fold back seat cushions, against damage.
  • Page 75: Load Compartment Cover

    Storage The tyre repair kit is on the right side Station wagon behind the cover 3 193. Do not place any heavy or sharp- edged objects on the load Load compartment cover compartment cover. Saloon 3-door / 5-door Removing The cover behind the armrest can be locked from load compartment: horizontal position = locked vertical position...
  • Page 76 Storage Pull the cover towards the rear using Removing TwinTop the handle and engage it in the retainers at the sides. Open the load compartment cover Opening and detach the hooks from the head Release load compartment blind from To cover the gap between the load restraints.
  • Page 77: Lashing Eyes

    Storage Lashing eyes The roof can only be operated with the blind engaged in the recess. Load rails and hooks The system consists of ■ adapters The lashing eyes are designed to ■ variable partition net secure items against slippage, e.g. ■...
  • Page 78 Storage Variable partition net To remove, press the net rod together Cargo box and remove from the adapters. Fold open the adapter handle plate, disengage from lower groove and then from upper groove. Hooks and net pocket Insert an adapter into each rail: fold Foldable box under the floor cover open the handle plate, insert adapter used to divide the load compartment.
  • Page 79: Loading Assist

    Storage Loading assist ■ Observe marked maximum load height ■ Suspend the load compartment blind from the rear window frame and engage in the recesses. The load compartment blind must be flat; objects underneath it must not push it upwards. ■...
  • Page 80: Safety Net

    Storage Note ■ One minute before the end of the Installation hold time for the raised loading aid, ■ Do not place objects on or near the a warning buzzer will sound to load compartment blind remind you to lower the roof ■...
  • Page 81 Storage Behind the rear seats Behind front seats Removal Adjust strap length on safety net by Adjust strap length on safety net by Tilt length adjuster of the net attaching the upper hook to the eye of attaching the upper hook to the eye of tensioning belt upwards and detach the strap and attach to eyes in the the strap and attach to eyes in the...
  • Page 82: Warning Triangle

    Storage Load compartment grille Do not place any heavy objects on the folding tray. Warning triangle Saloon 3-door / 5-door, TwinTop Lock grille in open position. To close the grille section from the To transport long objects, part of the open position, push bracket down, load compartment grille behind the fold down grille and engage.
  • Page 83: First Aid Kit

    Storage First aid kit For vehicles with cargo box: Lift the Station wagon, Van warning triangle with the right half of the cargo box. Pull out the warning Saloon 3-door / 5-door triangle to the right. Saloon 4-door Stow the warning triangle in the space in the tailgate and fasten with the right and left straps.
  • Page 84 Storage Saloon 4-door Station wagon Attach the warning triangle and first Fasten the first-aid kit to the left load Place first aid kit in stowage aid kit in the load compartment compartment wall with a retaining compartment behind the driver's seat. against the panel on the right using strap.
  • Page 85: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof rack system TwinTop Lift the covers from the fitting openings. Roof rack Fasten the roof rack at the fastening points. For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle Version with roof railing approved roof rack system is recommended.
  • Page 86: Loading Information

    Storage Loading information ■ When transporting objects in the blind, on the cover of the load compartment, the backrests of deployable anti-roll bars or behind the rear seats must not be angled the rear head restraints. forward. ■ The payload is the difference ■...
  • Page 87 Storage conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h. The permissible roof load is 75 kg and 100 kg for Station wagon with roof railing. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load.
  • Page 88: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........86 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........... 93 Information displays ....102 Vehicle messages ...... 109 Trip computer ......112 The Infotainment system and the Info-Display can be operated via the controls on the steering wheel.
  • Page 89: Horn

    Instruments and controls Horn Windscreen wiper/washer Run through the windscreen wiper stages by pushing the lever past the resistance point and holding. An Windscreen wiper acoustic signal sounds at §. Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval Press j.
  • Page 90: Rear Window Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and controls After turning on the ignition and Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on setting the lever to $, the interval is the windscreen and the wiper wipes set to 6 seconds. for a few strokes. If the lights are on, washer fluid is also Automatic wiping with rain sensor sprayed on the headlights.
  • Page 91: Outside Temperature

    Instruments and controls Do not use if the rear window is Board-Info-Display as a warning for 9 Warning frozen. icy road conditions. : remains illuminated until temperatures reach Switch off in car washes. The road surface may already be at least 5 °C. The rear screen wiper comes on icy even though the display automatically when the windscreen...
  • Page 92: Power Outlets

    Instruments and controls Set date and time in Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we Triple-Info-Display recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Activate setting mode and set it to year setting. Hold the Ö button depressed about 3 seconds until } flashes in the display and “RDS TIME"...
  • Page 93: Ashtray

    Instruments and controls Cigarette lighter Connecting electrical accessories while the engine is off will discharge the battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 Watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839.
  • Page 94 Instruments and controls Ashtray, front To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray insert and pull upwards. Ashtray, rear To empty, press spring and pull the ashtray straight out rearwards. Press ashtray cover to open. Pull out by pushing on one of the sides.
  • Page 95: Instruments

    Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer Tachometer and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched Speedometer The bottom line displays the recorded Displays the engine speed. distance.
  • Page 96: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Service display The control indicator colours mean: = Danger, important reminder, Yellow = Warning, information, fault, Green = Confirmation of activation, Blue = Confirmation of activation. Displays the fuel level in the tank The message InSP appears when it depending on the operation mode.
  • Page 97 Instruments and controls...
  • Page 98: Turn Signal

    Instruments and controls Turn signal Flashes 9 Warning After starting off until the seat belt is O illuminates or flashes green. fastened. Have the cause of the fault Illuminates Fastening the seat belt 3 55. remedied immediately by a workshop. The control indicator illuminates briefly when the parking lights are Airbag, belt tensioners and...
  • Page 99: Malfunction Indicator Light

    Instruments and controls Illuminates when the ignition is Flashes when the engine is 9 Danger switched on and goes out shortly after running the engine starts. Fault that could lead to catalytic If a child restraint system is fitted converter damage. Ease up on the and the control indicator is not Illuminates when the engine is accelerator until the flashing stops.
  • Page 100: Sport Mode

    Instruments and controls Sport mode Flashes with switched on Flashes ignition On vehicle with automated manual 1 illuminates yellow. transmission, flashes for a few Fault in the immobiliser system. The The symbol is illuminated when Sport seconds when the ignition is switched engine cannot be started 3 32.
  • Page 101: Engine Coolant

    Instruments and controls Engine coolant Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 150. Flashes in vehicles fitted with a diesel particle temperature Electronic Stability filter. W illuminates red. Program Control indicator ! flashes if the filter requires cleaning and previous Illuminates when the engine is v flashes or illuminates yellow.
  • Page 102: Engine Oil Pressure

    Instruments and controls Engine oil pressure Control indicator illuminates 9 Warning yellow I illuminates red. Fault in system or tyre without When the engine is off, Illuminates when the ignition is pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare considerably more force is needed switched on and goes out shortly after wheel).
  • Page 103: High Beam

    Instruments and controls High beam Illuminates Illuminates Level in fuel tank too low. Fault in system. Try to operate with C illuminates blue. the spare key, the remote control or Illuminates when high beam is on and Flashes through emergency operation. Hold during headlamp flash 3 118.
  • Page 104: Cruise Control

    Instruments and controls Information displays Fog light Board-Info-Display > illuminates green. Triple-Info-Display Illuminates when the front fog lights are on 3 120. Rear fog light r illuminates yellow. Illuminates when the rear fog light is on 3 120. Cruise control m illuminates green.
  • Page 105 Instruments and controls Select using the Infotainment system Select using the left adjuster wheel on System settings buttons the steering wheel Press the Settings button of the In the Settings menu, use the OK Press the adjuster wheel to open the Infotainment system.
  • Page 106 Instruments and controls Automatic time synchronisation Setting date and time Language selection The RDS signal of most VHF The value ready for modification is The display language for some transmitters automatically sets the marked with arrows. Use the arrow functions can be selected. time.
  • Page 107 Instruments and controls Graphic-Info-Display, Setting units of measure Selecting functions Functions and settings of the Colour-Info-Display Infotainment system and electronic climate control system are accessed via the display. Selections are made via the menus and buttons, the multifunction control of the Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel of the steering wheel.
  • Page 108: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Select menu items via the menus and Press the multifunction control to Function areas using the Infotainment system select the highlighted item or confirm buttons. The OK button is used to a command. select the highlighted item or confirm To exit a menu, turn the multifunction a command.
  • Page 109 Instruments and controls System settings Setting date and time Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. The function is activated by ticking the field in front of Synchron. clock automatical.
  • Page 110 Instruments and controls Setting units of measure Adjusting contrast (Graphic-Info-Display) Selection is indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. Select menu item Units from the In systems with voice output, when Settings menu. Select menu item Contrast from the the language setting of the display is Settings menu.
  • Page 111: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Always day design black or coloured ■ If the speed programmed at the text on light background. factory is exceeded. Always night design white or coloured ■ If the vehicle has automated Messages are given via the text on dark background.
  • Page 112: Engine Cooling Level

    Instruments and controls Engine cooling level When operating the retractable ■ Continuous warning buzzer during roof operation if the anti-roll bars hardtop have been triggered. ■ Indicator buzzer upon completed ■ Continuous warning buzzer starting opening or closing of the one minute before the end of the convertible hardtop.
  • Page 113: Tyre Pressure

    Instruments and controls Lighting Anti-theft alarm system Important exterior lights, including System fault in anti-theft alarm cables and fuses, are monitored. In system. Have the cause of the fault trailer mode, trailer lighting is also remedied by a workshop. monitored. Trailers with LED lighting must have an adapter that enables Tyre pressure light monitoring as with conventional...
  • Page 114: Trip Computer

    Instruments and controls Trip computer Instantaneous consumption Average speed Displays average speed. The Trip computer in Board- measurement can be reset at any time. Info-Display Stoppages in the journey with the Access the data by pressing the BC ignition off are not included in the button on the Infotainment system or calculations.
  • Page 115 Instruments and controls Trip computer in Graphic- Range is calculated from current fuel Select the function. Press the OK tank content and current button or the left adjuster wheel on the Info-Display or Colour- consumption. The display shows steering wheel to start or stop the stop Info-Display average values.
  • Page 116 Instruments and controls Range When the fuel level in the tank is low, Distance the message Range appears in the Displays distance travelled. The Range is calculated from current fuel display. measurement can be reset at any tank content and current When the fuel tank is nearly empty, time.
  • Page 117 Instruments and controls Absolute consumption Displays fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average consumption Displays average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Restart trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer The information of the two trip To reset all information of a trip information can be restarted:...
  • Page 118: Stop Watch

    Instruments and controls Stop watch Driving Time incl. Stops The current pressure of each tyre is displayed. The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. The time the vehicle is Further information 3 191. stationary with the ignition switched on is included.
  • Page 119: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......117 Interior lighting ......121 Lighting features ......122 Light switch set to AUTO: When the engine is running, the exterior lighting is switched on when external light Turn light switch: conditions are poor.
  • Page 120: Headlight Range Adjustment

    Lighting High beam Headlight range 2 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden adjustment 3 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Manual headlight range adjustment Vehicles with automatic level control system 0 = front seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden 2 = driver's seat occupied and load...
  • Page 121: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting However, when driving in countries On vehicle without automatic light The light beam pivots based on where traffic drives on the opposite control, 9 must be switched on when steering wheel position and speed. side of the road, adjust the headlights it gets dark for illumination of the Motorway lighting to prevent dazzling of oncoming...
  • Page 122: Rear Fog Light

    Lighting Turn and lane-change Rear fog lights Move the lever to the resistance point and hold for longer indication. signals The rear fog light can only be Switch the turn signal off manually by switched on when both the ignition moving the lever slightly.
  • Page 123: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior lighting Interior lights When parked, the parking light on one side can be activated: During entry and exit of the vehicle, Instrument panel 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO. the front and centre courtesy lights illumination control 2.
  • Page 124: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting features Reading lights Courtesy lights and rear reading lights Centre console lighting Spotlight in interior mirror housing. Daylight-dependent, automatically regulated centre console lighting. Entry lighting After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument panel lighting and the number plate lights come on for a few seconds.
  • Page 125: Exit Lighting

    Lighting Exit lighting The lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver's door is open. Battery discharge protection To prevent the battery from becoming discharged, all the interior lighting is switched off automatically after 10 minutes, when the ignition is switched off.
  • Page 126: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Climate control systems l = to windscreen and front door windows J = to windscreen, front door Heating and ventilation windows and foot well system K = to foot well Climate control systems ..... 124 Air vents ........130 Intermediate settings are possible.
  • Page 127: Side Air Vents

    Climate control ■ Open side air vents as required and Cooling n Air distribution to l: Air recirculation direct them towards door windows. is deactivated. Operated with the n button and is functional only when the engine and ■ For simultaneous warming of the Maximum cooling fan are running.
  • Page 128: Automatic Climate Control

    Climate control ■ Open side air vents as required and = Cooling Intermediate settings are possible. direct them towards door windows. 4 = Air recirculation Temperature preselection V = Demisting and defrosting ■ For simultaneous warming of the Set the temperature control to the foot well, set air distribution control Heated rear window Ü...
  • Page 129: Electronic Climate Control System

    Climate control The air conditioning system cools and ■ Cooling n on. ■ Set temperature control to warmest dehumidifies (dries) when outside level. ■ Set air distribution control to M. temperature is above a specific level. ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. ■...
  • Page 130 Climate control Heated rear window Ü 3 38. The electronic climate control system Fan speed is only fully operational when the The selected fan speed is indicated The preselected temperature is engine is running. with x and a number in the display. automatically regulated.
  • Page 131 Climate control Individual menu items are marked by Cooling Fan regulation in automatic turning the centre control and mode selected by pressing it. Fan regulation in automatic mode can To exit a menu, turn the centre control be adapted. until Return or Main appear and Select menu item Automatic blower select.
  • Page 132: Air Vents

    Climate control Air vents Air conditioning with the engine not running Adjustable air vents When ignition is off, the residual heat or cooling in the system can be used At least one air vent must be open for climate control in passenger while cooling is on in order to prevent compartment.
  • Page 133: Pollen Filter

    Climate control Maintenance Air conditioning regular operation Air intake In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when outside temperature is too low.
  • Page 134: Driving And Operating

    Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Driving hints ....... 132 Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. Starting and operating ....132 running During the first drive, smoke may Engine exhaust ......
  • Page 135: Ignition Switch Positions

    Driving and operating Ignition switch positions Starting the engine Starting engine with the Start/Stop button Starting engine with ignition switch 0 = Ignition off The electronic key must be inside the 1 = Steering wheel lock released, vehicle. Operate clutch and brake, ignition off automatic transmission in P or N, do 2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine:...
  • Page 136: Overrun Cut-Off

    Driving and operating Parking To repeat the starting procedure or to off the ignition. Turn the front switch off the engine, press the button wheels towards the kerb. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily again. ■ Lock the vehicle and activate the ignitable surface.
  • Page 137: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and operating Engine exhaust consumption may be higher during this period. The emission of smells and smoke during this process is normal. 9 Danger Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows.
  • Page 138: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and operating Automatic transmission Caution The automatic transmission makes Fuel grades other than those listed automatic shifting possible on pages 3 151, 3 216 could (automatic mode) and the version damage the catalytic converter or with ActiveSelect also makes manual electronic components.
  • Page 139: Selector Lever

    Driving and operating Selector lever The selector lever can only be moved When the selector lever is in the P or out of P or N when the ignition is on N position, control indicator j in the P = park position, Front wheels and the foot brake is depressed gear indicator strip illuminates red locked, engage only when the...
  • Page 140: Accelerator Pedal

    Driving and operating Manual mode Do not accelerate while engaging a Rocking the vehicle gear. Never depress the accelerator Rocking the vehicle is only pedal and brake pedal at the same permissible if the vehicle is stuck in time. sand, mud or snow. Move the selector lever between D and R in a repeat When a gear is engaged, the vehicle pattern.
  • Page 141 Driving and operating No automatic shifting to a higher gear Winter programme T Activation on vehicles with manual takes place at a high engine speed. mode In automatic mode, press the T For reasons of safety, kickdown is button. Depending on road also available in manual mode.
  • Page 142 Driving and operating Kickdown Version without manual mode 2nd gear is not available. Manual shifting: = 1st gear = 3rd gear 3, D = 4th gear Version with manual mode Only the highest gear is available. Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode.
  • Page 143: Manual Transmission

    Driving and operating Manual transmission Caution It is inadvisable to drive with hand resting on the selector lever. 3. Push the yellow catch forward with a screwdriver and move the selector lever out of P. To engage reverse, with the vehicle 4.
  • Page 144: Manual Transmission Automated

    Driving and operating Manual transmission Selector lever If the Winter programme is activated, T is illuminated. automated Starting the engine The Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic Depress the foot brake when starting gear shifting (automatic mode), both the engine.
  • Page 145: Manual Mode

    Driving and operating Manual mode Starting off high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when Depress the foot brake and move the If a higher gear is selected when the braking. selector lever to A, + or -. The engine speed is too low, or a lower transmission is in automatic mode gear when the speed is too high, the...
  • Page 146 Driving and operating ■ The adaptive programme tailors Activation Kickdown gearshifting to the driving Press the T button. The transmission conditions, e.g. greater load or switches to automatic mode. The gradients. vehicle starts off in 2nd gear. Sport mode is deactivated. ■...
  • Page 147 Driving and operating A illuminates in the event of a fault. 5. Using a flat-head screwdriver, Continued driving is possible. Manual turn the adjusting screw under the mode cannot be used for shifting. cap clockwise until clear resistance can be felt. The clutch If F appears in the transmission has now been disengaged.
  • Page 148: Brakes

    Driving and operating Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Caution as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains The brake system comprises two Towing the vehicle and starting steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits. the engine is not permitted when ABS control is made apparent the clutch has been disengaged in...
  • Page 149: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and operating Ride control systems Fault Control indicator R 3 98. 9 Warning Brake assist Electronic stability program If the brake pedal is depressed If there is a fault in the ABS, the quickly and forcefully, maximum wheels may be liable to lock due Electronic stability program brake force is automatically applied to braking that is heavier than...
  • Page 150: Interactive Driving System

    Driving and operating Sport mode Hold the SPORT button depressed 9 Warning for about 4 seconds. Control indicator Suspension and steering become v illuminates. ESPoff also appears in Do not let this special safety more direct and provide better the service display. feature tempt you into taking risks contact with the road surface.
  • Page 151: Cruise Control

    Driving and operating Cruise control Automatic level control Winter programme activation not possible. The rear level of the vehicle is The cruise control can store and automatically adjusted to the load Deactivation maintain speeds of approx. conditions while driving. Suspension Briefly press the SPORT button.
  • Page 152: Object Detection Systems

    Driving and operating Object detection With automatic transmission or Reduce speed manual transmission automated, only With cruise control active, hold down systems activate cruise control in automatic button g or briefly press it repeatedly: mode. speed is reduced continuously or in Parking assist small increments.
  • Page 153: Fuel

    Driving and operating Fuel Note 9 Warning Attached parts in the detection area cause system malfunction. Fuel for petrol engines Under certain circumstances, Activation various reflective surfaces on Only use unleaded fuel that complies objects or clothing as well as with European standard EN 228 or external noise sources may cause E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.
  • Page 154: Fuel For Diesel Engines

    Driving and operating Caution Caution 9 Danger Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to Before refuelling, switch off engine EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear...
  • Page 155: General Information

    The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Astra is within a range All values are based on the EU base The fuel filler cap can be retained in of 7.3 to 5.0 l/100 km.
  • Page 156: Trailer Hitch

    Driving and operating Trailer hitch Driving characteristics and higher fuel consumption and emission levels and a lower towing tips maximum speed. General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do been approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 157: Trailer Towing

    Driving and operating Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the specified on the identification plate Trailer loads towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 212. permissible rear axle load (see The permissible trailer loads are identification plate or vehicle...
  • Page 158 Driving and operating Stowage of coupling ball bar Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar In Saloons, the coupling ball bar is in Fold down the socket. Remove the ■ Red marking on rotary knob must a pouch, fastened in the load sealing plug from the hole for the point towards white marking on...
  • Page 159 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable in the opening and push firmly Attach break-away stopping cable to upwards until it audibly engages. eye. The rotary handle snaps back into its Check that the coupling ball bar is original position resting against the correctly installed coupling ball bar without a gap.
  • Page 160: Trailer Stability Assist

    Driving and operating Trailer stability assist Dismounting the coupling ball If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. Trailer stability assistant (TSA) is a function of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®...
  • Page 161: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time The following must be done if the modifications General Information ....159 vehicle should be stored for several We recommend using genuine parts months: Vehicle checks ......
  • Page 162: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Information about end-of-life vehicle negative terminal of the vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of battery.
  • Page 163: Engine Oil

    Vehicle care Engine oil Pull the release lever and return it to 9 Danger its original position. Check the engine oil level manually The ignition system and Xenon on a regular basis to prevent damage headlights use extremely high to the engine. Ensure that the correct voltage.
  • Page 164 Vehicle care We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Capacities 3 224.
  • Page 165: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle care Washer fluid Coolant level 9 Warning Caution Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open Too low a coolant level can cause the cap, relieving the pressure engine damage. slowly. Top up with antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, use clean tap water or distilled water.
  • Page 166: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle care Brake fluid Only use high-performance brake Ensure the ignition is switched off fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake before connecting or disconnecting and clutch fluid 3 164. the vehicle battery. 9 Warning Vehicle battery discharge protection Vehicle battery 3 123.
  • Page 167: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement ■ The vehicle battery contains Wiper blades on the windscreen sulphuric acid which could cause blindness or serious burn injuries. Service setting for front ■ See the Owner's Manual for further windscreen wipers information. ■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
  • Page 168: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle care Bulb replacement Wiper blade on the rear window To replace bulbs on the right side of the engine compartment, detach the air hose from the air filter. On the left Switch off the ignition and switch off side, detach the plug to the fuse box. the relevant switch or close the doors.
  • Page 169 Vehicle care 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 6. Rotate bulb carrier to the right as far as it will go. 7. Install protective cover. 8. Close the opening in the wheel housing with the cover.
  • Page 170 Vehicle care 4. Disengage spring clip from 2. Remove protective cover 1. 4. Remove bulb from socket and retainer by pressing forward and renew the bulb. then swinging downwards. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Install 5. Withdraw the bulb from reflector the headlamp protective cover.
  • Page 171: Xenon Headlights

    Vehicle care Xenon headlights High beam 1. Replace bulbs through the openings in the wheel arches. 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. Headlamps have separate systems for low beam 1 (inner bulbs) and high 2. Remove protective cover. beam 2 (outer bulbs). Low beam 9 Danger Low beam works under extremely...
  • Page 172 Vehicle care Side lights 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. 3. Remove parking light socket from reflector. 6. Insert new bulb so that the two 1. Replace bulbs through the lugs on the bulb holder engage in openings in the wheel arches. the recesses in the reflector.
  • Page 173: Tail Lights

    Vehicle care Tail lights 4. Remove bulb from socket and renew bulb. Saloon 5-door 5. Insert holder in reflector. Place protective cap in position and close. Fog lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Front turn signal lights 1. Replace the bulbs through the 3.
  • Page 174 Vehicle care 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel 6. Remove and renew the bulb. bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Reverse light (1) Vehicle tools 3 187. 5. Unscrew the three screws using a Turn signal light (2) screwdriver.
  • Page 175 Vehicle care Saloon 3-door 8. Ensure that the seals are applied 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel to the bulb holder and fixing bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. 1. To change the bulbs, fold down screws. Vehicle tools 3 187. the cover.
  • Page 176 Vehicle care 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 6. Remove and renew the bulb. 8. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing Reverse light (1) screws. 5. Remove seal from the fastening Turn signal light (2) bolt.
  • Page 177 Vehicle care Saloon 4-door 2. Release the bolts behind the cover using a conventional bolt wrench, and remove. 4. Press tail lights back, holding the bulb housing from the outside. 1. To replace bulbs, fold up cover in Remove plug from bulb carrier. load compartment after twisting 3.
  • Page 178 Vehicle care 5. Press out six locking catches on 7. Engage bulb holder in bulb the bulb housing and remove bulb housing. Ensure the seal is carrier. applied correctly and the carrier has engaged properly. 8. Attach the plug connector. Place bulb housing in body, clipping the round- head bolts into the recesses.
  • Page 179 Vehicle care 5. Remove and renew the bulb. 1. Unscrew retaining nuts. Reverse light/brake light (1) Turn signal light (2) Reverse light (3) Fog light, may be only on one side 6. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing and screw in place. Insert the bulb housing into the body and tighten the fastening nuts by hand.
  • Page 180: Side Turn Signal Lights

    Vehicle care 4. Disengage sockets by turning and 5. Remove and renew the bulb. 7. Fit seal on bulb holder. Ensure remove. Press locking tabs on the that the seal is flat in the area of Reverse light/brake light (1) long sides of the bulb holder the screws.
  • Page 181: Number Plate Light

    Vehicle care Number plate light 4. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise 2. Remove bulb housing to disengage. downwards, taking care not to pull 1. Insert a screwdriver in the on the cable. 5. Remove bulb from holder and housing, press to the side and renew bulb.
  • Page 182: Instrument Panel

    Vehicle care Interior lights Glovebox light, load compartment light, foot well light Front courtesy light, reading lights 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb. 1. Prise the lamp out with a 4. Install lamp. screwdriver.
  • Page 183: Electrical System

    Vehicle care Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match data on the defective fuse. The vehicle has two fuse boxes: one behind a cover on the left side of the load compartment and one in the front left of the engine compartment.
  • Page 184: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and tilt it sideways. Open the cover upwards and remove. The fuse box has two different fuse assignments depending on the load compartment fuse box variant,...
  • Page 185 Vehicle care Fuse assignments in No. Circuit No. Circuit conjunction with load 12 Mobile telephone, Infotainment 27 Heating, air conditioning system compartment fuse box version A system, display 28 – No. Circuit 13 Courtesy light 29 Power steering 14 Windscreen wiper 30 Engine electronics 15 Windscreen wiper 31 Rear window wiper...
  • Page 186 Vehicle care Fuse assignments in No. Circuit No. Circuit conjunction with load 14 Windscreen wiper 29 Transmission electronics compartment fuse box version B 15 Windscreen wiper 30 Engine electronics No. Circuit 16 Control module electronics, 31 Adaptive forward fighting, head‐ Open&Start system, ABS, light range adjustment brake light switch, TwinTop...
  • Page 187 Vehicle care Load compartment fuse Saloon 4-door To open, twist catch anti-clockwise and fold down cover . TwinTop No. Circuit Fog light The fuse box is behind a cover. – Do not store any objects behind the Load compartment power outlet cover.
  • Page 188 Vehicle care Fuse box version B No. Circuit No. Circuit Front power windows 16 Seat occupancy recognition, Open&Start system – 17 Rain sensor, tyre pressure Instruments monitoring system, interior mirror Heating, air conditioning system, electronic climate 18 Instruments, switches control 19 –...
  • Page 189: Vehicle Tools

    Vehicle care Vehicle tools No. Circuit No. Circuit 29 Cigarette lighter, front power 43 – Tools outlet 44 – Vehicles with tyre repair set 30 Rear power outlet The tool kit and tyre repair set are in 31 – a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
  • Page 190: Wheels And Tyres

    Vehicle care Wheels and tyres TwinTop Astra OPC "Nürburgring Edition" with tyres 225/40 ZR 18 The tools for emergency operation of the convertible hardtop are stowed in This model is factory-fitted with high- Tyre condition, wheel condition the glove compartment. performance sports tyres, size Drive over edges slowly and at right 225/40 ZR 18.
  • Page 191: Run-Flat Tyres

    Depending on tyre manufacturer, run- Astra OPC on special alloy wheels ■ up to a distance of 80 km flat tyres can be identified from a approved by Opel. marking on the tyre wall. E.g. Run-flat winter tyres may only be 9 Warning...
  • Page 192: Tyre Designations

    Vehicle care Tyre designations On vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system, screw the adapter E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H to the valve. 195 = Tyre width, mm Tyre pressure 3 225 and on the label = Cross-section ratio (tyre on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 193: Deflation Detection System

    Vehicle care The tyre pressure tables show all Otherwise, the tyre pressure will be System initialisation possible tyre combinations 3 225. monitored by the deflation detection system 3 191. For the tyres approved for your vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of Note Conformity provided with your vehicle In countries where the tyre pressure...
  • Page 194: Tread Depth

    Vehicle care Tread depth If a tyre loses pressure the control If there is more wear at the front than indicator w illuminates red. Stop the rear, swap round front wheels and Check tread depth at regular rear wheels periodically. immediately and check tyre pressure.
  • Page 195: Wheel Covers

    Vehicle care Wheel covers Tyre chains Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of size 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15, Wheel covers and tyres that are 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16 and factory approved for the respective 205/50 R17. vehicle and comply with all of the Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres relevant wheel and tyre combination...
  • Page 196 Vehicle care 1. Take the pouch with the tyre 9 Warning repair kit from the compartment. Carefully remove the components Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. from the pouch. Do not use for a lengthy period. 2. Remove the compressor. Steering and handling may be affected.
  • Page 197 Vehicle care 10. Set the rocker switch on the 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective 13. The prescribed tyre pressure compressor to I. The tyre is filled tyre. should be obtained within with sealant. 10 minutes. Tyre pressure 7. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve. 3 225.
  • Page 198: Wheel Changing

    Vehicle care Drain excess tyre pressure with Repeat the procedure until there The compressor and sealant can be the button over the pressure is no more loss of pressure. used from approx. -30 °C. indicator. If the tyre pressure has fallen The adapters supplied can be used Do not run the compressor longer below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must...
  • Page 199 Vehicle care ■ Never change more than one wheel at once. ■ Use the jack only to change wheels in case of puncture, not for seasonal winter or summer tyre change. ■ If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board (max.
  • Page 200: Spare Wheel

    Vehicle care 3. Ensure the jack is positioned 8. Lower vehicle. The spare wheel can be classified as correctly with the vehicle jacking a temporary spare wheel depending 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring points. on the size compared to the other that it locates securely and tighten mounted wheels and country each bolt in a crosswise...
  • Page 201 Vehicle care The spare wheel well is not designed rests on the roof lining. When closing, Tyre chains 3 193. for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel guide the lashing eyes through the Directional tyres wider than the spare must be stowed slots in the floor cover.
  • Page 202: Jump Starting

    Vehicle care Jump starting ■ Never expose the battery to naked ■ The vehicles must not come into flames or sparks. contact with each other during the jump starting process. ■ A discharged battery can already Do not start with quick charger. freeze at temperatures of 0 °C.
  • Page 203: Towing

    Vehicle care Towing 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, 5.
  • Page 204: 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 205: Appearance Care

    Vehicle care Appearance care For other models unclip locking tabs Caution downward and pull off the cover upwards. Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. The towing eye is stowed with the Excessive tractive force can vehicle tools 3 187. Locks damage the vehicle.
  • Page 206: Exterior Lights

    Vehicle care If using a car wash, comply with the Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the Windows and windscreen wiper car wash manufacturer's instructions. vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use blades The windscreen wipers and rear separate leathers for painted and Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois window wiper must be switched off.
  • Page 207: Interior Care

    (available from your Rims are painted and can be treated are painted in the same colour as the Opel Service Partner) from time to with the same agents as the body. vehicle must be looked after like any time.
  • Page 208 Vehicle care Clean the leather upholstery with Plastic and rubber parts clear water and a soft cloth. In case of Plastic and rubber parts can be heavy soiling, use leather care. cleaned with the same cleaner as used to clean the body. Use interior The instrument cluster and the cleaner if necessary.
  • Page 209: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Service and General information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, maintenance Switzerland, United Kingdom. Service information Service display 3 94. In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to International service intervals General information ....207 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Service is due every 15.000 km or is of vital importance that all...
  • Page 210: Recommended Fluids

    Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Fixed service interval Display of remaining distance: When service is due, InSP appears in lubricants and parts 1. Switch off ignition. the service display for approx. 2. Briefly press the trip odometer 10 seconds when the ignition is Recommended fluids and reset button.
  • Page 211 Service and maintenance aging control, whereas viscosity Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze grade gives information on the oil's based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant thickness over a temperature range. minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze.
  • Page 212 Service and maintenance Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated.
  • Page 213: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....211 Vehicle data ....... 213 The Vehicle Identification Number may be embossed on the instrument panel visible through the windscreen. The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover.
  • Page 214: Identification Plate

    Technical data Identification plate Information on identification plate: Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over 1 = Manufacturer those given in this manual. 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number Engine identification 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg The technical data tables show the 5 = Permissible gross train weight...
  • Page 215: Vehicle Data

    Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 –...
  • Page 216 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔...
  • Page 217 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔...
  • Page 218: Engine Data

    Technical data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code A 16 XER A 18 XER A 17 DTJ A 17 DTR Number of cylinders 1598 1796 1686 1686 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 6000 6300 3800 4000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4000...
  • Page 219 Technical data Performance Saloon 5-door Engine A16XER A18XER A17DTJ A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission – – – Saloon 3-door Engine A16XER A18XER A17DTJ A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated –...
  • Page 220 Technical data Saloon 4-door Engine A16XER A18XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – Automatic transmission – Station wagon Engine A16XER A18XER A17DTJ A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission – –...
  • Page 221 Technical data Engine A17DTJ A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – Automatic transmission – – TwinTop Engine A16XER A18XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – Automatic transmission –...
  • Page 222: Vehicle Weight

    Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 5-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning A16XER 1270/1290 1270/1290 –/– [kg] A18XER 1278/1298 –/– 1278/1298 A17DTJ, A17DTR 1385/1400 –/– –/– Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 3-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission...
  • Page 223 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model, Station wagon Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning A16XER 1278/1298 1278/1298 –/– [kg] A18XER 1278/1298 –/– 1350/1370 A17DTJ, A17DTR 1393/1408 –/– –/– Kerb weight, basic model, Van Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission...
  • Page 224 Technical data Additional weight, Saloon 3-door / 5-door, Station wagon Engine A16XER, A18XER A17DTJ, A17DTR Edition/Enjoy [kg] Cosmo [kg] Sport [kg] 24.5 24.5 Additional weight, Saloon 4-door Engine A16XER, A18XER Edition/Enjoy [kg] Cosmo [kg] Additional weight, Van Engine A17DTJ, A17DTR Edition/Enjoy [kg] –...
  • Page 225: Vehicle Dimensions

    Technical data Heavy accessories Accessories Sun roof Towing equipment Split rear seat backrest Headlamp washer system Weight [kg] 23 (not on Saloon 4-door) 21 (not on TwinTop) 20 (Station wagon) 2 (Saloon 4-door / 5-door) 17 (Saloon 4-door) 26 (TwinTop) 9 (Saloon 3-door / 5-door) Vehicle dimensions Saloon 5-door Saloon 3-door Saloon 4-door Station wagon Van...
  • Page 226 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A16XER, A17DTJ, A18XER A17DTR including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l]...
  • Page 227: Tyre Pressures

    Technical data Tyre pressures Saloon 3-door / 5-door Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
  • Page 228 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
  • Page 229 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTR 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
  • Page 230 Technical data Station wagon Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) –...
  • Page 231 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
  • Page 232 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTJ, 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36)
  • Page 233 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A18XER 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36)
  • Page 234 Technical data Towing hitch installation dimensions Saloon...
  • Page 235 Technical data Station wagon, Van...
  • Page 236 Technical data TwinTop...
  • Page 237: Customer Information

    Customer information Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy Declaration of conformity Event data recorders This vehicle has systems that Customer information ....235 transmit and/or receive radio waves Vehicle data recording and pri‐ Data storage modules in the subject to Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 238 Motion profiles indicating travelled openers. RFID technology in Opel allow the transmission of particular routes cannot be created with these vehicles does not use or record vehicle data from the vehicle.
  • Page 239 Customer information...
  • Page 240: Index

    Index Automatic transmission ..... 136 Auxiliary heater......130 Accessories and vehicle modifications ......159 Active head restraints....48 Battery discharge protection ..123 Adaptive forward lighting ... 101, 119 Battery voltage ......110 Adjustable air vents ....130 Board-Info-Display ..... 102 Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- Bonnet ........
  • Page 241 Child restraint systems ....61 First aid kit ........81 Cigarette lighter ......91 Fixed air vents ......130 Easytronic........142 Climate control ......15 Fog light ........102 Electric adjustment ...... 33 Climate control systems..... 124 Fog lights ........171 Electrical system......
  • Page 242 Headlight flash ......118 Interior lighting......121 Headlight range adjustment ..118 Interior lights ...... 121, 180 Malfunction indicator light .... 97 Headlights........117 Interior mirrors......34 Manual adjustment ...... 32 Headlights when driving abroad 118 Interruption of power supply 140, 145 Manual anti-dazzle ......
  • Page 243 Performing work ......160 Sunroof ........39 Pollen filter ......... 131 Sunvisor lights ......122 Safety net ........78 Power outlets ....... 90 Sun visors ........38 Seat adjustment ....... 7, 50 Power windows ......35 Symbols ......... 4 Seat belt ........8 Preheating and diesel particle Seat belt reminder .......
  • Page 244 Turn and lane-change signals ... 120 Vehicle unlocking ......6 Turn signal ........96 Vehicle weight ......220 Tyre chains ........ 193 Ventilation........124 Tyre deflation detection system . 191 Tyre designations ...... 190 Warning chimes ......109 Tyre pressure ....111, 190 Warning lights.......
  • Page 245 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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