Opel Astra Owner's Manual

Opel Astra Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 OPEL Astra Operation, Safety, Maintenance...
  • Page 2 Data specific to your vehicle Please enter your vehicle’s data here to keep it easily accessible. This data can be found under the sections "Technical Data" and "Service and Maintenance" as well as on the identification plate. Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure...
  • Page 3 Text marked 9 Warning provides When this Manual refers to a workshop associated sales designations are information on risk of accident or injury. visit, we recommend your Opel Service found in the section "Technical Data". Disregard of the instructions may lead to Partner.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Instruments, controls ......108 Lighting ..........138 Infotainment system ......147 Climate control ........150 Driving and operation ......170 Self-help, vehicle care ......226 Opel Service, maintenance ....274 Technical data ........292 Customer information ......335 Index ............336...
  • Page 6: In Brief

    In brief In brief Picture no: 16968t.tif Picture no: 17333t.tif To unlock the vehicle: Unlock the vehicle and open Press button with the Open&Start system Pull handle Open the door by pulling the door handle. Open the tailgate by pulling the catch To open the tailgate, pull the catch under below the handle strip and pulling the the handle strip and pull the tailgate...
  • Page 7: In Brief

    In brief Picture no: 16970t.tif Picture no: 16971t.tif Picture no: 16973t.tif Front seat legroom: Pull handle, Front seat backrest rake: Front seat height : Operate lever slide seat, release handle Turn handwheel on outboard side of seat Seats 3 64, Do not lean on seat backrest whilst Pump action on lever Seat position 3 67.
  • Page 8 In brief Picture no: 18607t.tif Picture no: 16975t.tif Picture no: 16976t.tif Seat inclination : Pull inner lever, Tip the front seat backs Head restraint height of front adjust inclination, release lever, forward : Lift release lever, and rear outboard seats: engage seat in position tilt seat back forward, Press button to release,...
  • Page 9 In brief Picture no: 18533t.tif Picture no: 16977t.tif Picture no: 16978t.tif Pull out the seat belt and engage Adjust the interior mirror by Swivel the exterior mirror by it in the belt buckle swivelling the housing moving the lever in the required direction The seat belt must not be twisted and must Swivel lever 3 on underside of mirror...
  • Page 10 In brief Picture no: 18437T.tif Picture no: 17328t.tif Picture no: 16986t.tif Electrical exterior mirror Steering wheel adjustment: Exterior lights adjustment Move lever down, adjust height Turn and distance, move lever up, Select the required exterior mirror and engage adjust using the four-way switch. Parking lamps Adjust steering wheel only when vehicle is Mirrors 3 47,...
  • Page 11 In brief Picture no: 16987t.tif Picture no: 16989t.tif Picture no: 16991t.tif Headlamp flash, main beam Turn signal lamps Hazard warning lamps and dipped beam Operate with ¨ button. Right = Stalk up Headlamp flash = Pull stalk toward Left Stalk down Hazard warning lamps 3 141.
  • Page 12 In brief...
  • Page 13 In brief Parking lamps, dipped beam ... 3 138 Left seat heating 3 ...... 3 68 13 Infotainment system 3 ....3 147 Instrument illumination ....3 144 Deflation detection system 3 ..3 206 14 Climate control ......3 150 Fog tail lamp ......
  • Page 14 In brief...
  • Page 15 In brief Side air vents ......3 152 Remote control 14 Accelerator pedal... 3 188, 3 189 on steering wheel 3 ....3 147 Front passenger airbag ....3 91 15 Brake pedal ....3 189, 3 210 Instruments ........3 108 Centre air vents ......
  • Page 16 In brief Control indicators Engine electronics, gearbox Winter programme of electronics 3, immobiliser, automatic transmission 3 or Open&Start system, fault, Diesel fuel filter 3, fault, manual transmission 3 32, 3 108. 3 29, 3 111, 3 176, 3 182, 3 187, automated 3, Engine oil pressure, 3 195.
  • Page 17 In brief Picture no: 16992t.tif Picture no: 16993t.tif Picture no: 16996t.tif Activate horn: Press in centre of Windscreen wipers: Press stalk up Operating windscreen and steering wheel slightly headlamp washer systems Pull stalk towards steering wheel Airbag system 3 91, &...
  • Page 18 In brief Picture no: 16997t.tif Picture no: 16998t.tif Picture no: 16999t.tif Rear window wiper and washer Heated rear window, To demist or defrost windows system heated exterior mirrors Set air distribution to , turn rotary switch for temperature and air flow clockwise; Operate with Ü...
  • Page 19 In brief Picture no: 17000t.tif Picture no: 17001t.tif Picture no: 17002t.tif To adjust automatic mode of Manual transmission Manual transmission climate control system automated Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after declutching and then raise Press AUTO button, set temperature with = Idling the ring below the gear selector knob and rotary switch, open air vents...
  • Page 20 In brief Before starting off, check z Tyre pressure and condition 3 213, 3 319. z Engine oil and fluid levels 3 284 to 3 290. z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and operational. z Seats, seat belts and mirrors are correctly adjusted.
  • Page 21: Ignition Switch

    In brief Picture no: 16982t.tif Picture no: 17033t.tif Picture no: 17005t.tif Steering wheel lock and ignition Steering wheel lock and ignition To start the engine with the with ignition switch with Start/Stop button ignition switch Turn key to position 1. Move the steering The electronic key must be in the vehicle Operate clutch and brake, automatic wheel slightly to release the steering wheel...
  • Page 22: Parking The Vehicle

    In brief Parking the vehicle z Always apply handbrake without pressing release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slop or uphill slope. Operate footbrake at same time to reduce operating force. z Switch engine off by turning ignition key to 0.
  • Page 23 In brief Advice when parking Noteworthy functions z If the vehicle is on a level surface or an incline, with manual transmission or z Do not park the vehicle on an easy manual transmission automated 3 flammable surface. The high select first gear before switching temperature of the exhaust system the ignition off;...
  • Page 24 In brief Picture no: 17009t.tif Picture no: 17110t.tif Picture no: 17351t.tif Airbag System Side airbag system 3 Curtain airbag system 3 The side airbag is triggered in the event of The curtain airbag system triggers in case The airbag system consists of several a side-on collision to form a safety cushion of a side-on collision and provides a safety separate systems.
  • Page 25: Information Display

    In brief Picture no: 17011t.tif Picture no: S0013209.tif Picture no: 17013t.tif Active head restraints on front Operating menus in the Selection using multifunction button 3: seats information display rotate and press multifunction button. In the event of a rear-end impact, the Menu options are selected using menus To exit a menu, turn the multifunction active head restraints tilt forwards slightly.
  • Page 26 In brief Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 All values BC 2 257.0 Coolant level Timer Ø check km/h Tyres 31.0 Ltr. Ø L/100km Picture no: 17344t.tif Picture no: 17339t.tif Picture no: 17015t.tif Trip computer Check control Remote control on steering wheel Functions: The check control software monitors...
  • Page 27: Sport Mode

    In brief Picture no: 17026t.tif Picture no: 17333t.tif Picture no: 17961t.tif Rear seat audio system Open&Start system with Sport mode electronic key and radio Twin Audio allows rear seat occupants the To activate remove control choice between the audio source played on Activate by pressing the SPORT button.
  • Page 28: Deflation Detection System

    In brief Ü Board Computer BC 1 BC 2 Timer Tyres Picture no: 17018t.tif Picture no: 17334t.tif Picture no: 18494t.tif Deflation Detection System Tyre pressure monitoring Adaptive Forward Lighting (DDS) system (AFL) A tyre that is losing pressure grows smaller A pressure sensor is integrated in each The system improves lighting of curves and in diameter, which causes a difference in...
  • Page 29: Ultrasonic Parking Sensors 3

    In brief Picture no: 17979t.tif Picture no: 17203t.tif Picture no: 17092t.tif Panoramic windscreen Ultrasonic parking sensors Cargo box To open When reverse gear is selected, the park Collapsible box to divide the luggage Turn the handle to the right and move the pilot switches itself on automatically.
  • Page 30 Press handle on luggage compartment compartment or fasten loads. cover down. The cover automatically To optimise safety, the Astra TwinTop is unrolls. The system consists of equipped with a rollover protection system with reinforced windscreen frame and the Luggage compartment cover 3 3 75.
  • Page 31: Diesel Particle Filter

    In brief Diesel particle filter The roof is operated with the buttons on the roof console above the mirror or with The diesel particle filter system filters the remote control. damaging soot particles out of the engine exhaust. The system has a self-cleaning To improve luggage compartment function that runs automatically while the accessibility, the electric loading aid makes...
  • Page 32: Keys, Doors, Windows, Twintop

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Keys, doors, windows, Replacement keys The key number is specified in the TwinTop Car Pass 3. The key is a constituent of the electronic immobiliser. When electronic keys of the Open&Start system are being replaced, all keys must Replacement keys .......
  • Page 33: Electronic Immobiliser

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17349t.tif Picture no: 17033t.tif Picture no: 17028t.tif Electronic immobiliser Control indicator for immobilizer A If the control indicator A comes on after After the ignition is switched on, control the engine has been started there is a fault The system checks whether the vehicle has indicator A illuminates briefly.
  • Page 34: Store Personal Vehicle Settings In The Vehicle Key

    3 50. will be used. On the Astra TwinTop, the roof can Remote control in version with Open&Start be opened or closed using the remote system 3 3 32.
  • Page 35 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop The remote control has a range of approx. Fault z If the central locking system is 5 metres. This range can be affected by If the central locking system cannot be overloaded as a result of repeated outside influences.
  • Page 36: Open&Start System

    3 can be synchronise. opened or closed from outside using the remote control of the electronic key 3 50. On the Astra TwinTop, the roof can also be opened or closed with the remote control 3 of the electronic key.
  • Page 37 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop If the brake or clutch pedal is depressed, the engine can be started right away with a single press on the Start/Stop button. Releasing the Start/Stop button interrupts the starting procedure. The engine and the ignition are switched off by pressing the Start/Stop button again.
  • Page 38 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop The remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. This range can be affected by outside influences. Aim the remote control at the vehicle to operate. Operation is confirmed through flashing of the hazard warning lamps. Handle the remote control with care, protect it from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary...
  • Page 39 Emergency operation 3 35. ignition switched on or with the engine or permanently on) the driver’s door can be Lockable glovebox, Astra TwinTop with running an operating error has occurred, locked or unlocked with the emergency key Open&Start system 3 e.g.
  • Page 40 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17038t.tif Picture no: 18439t.tif Picture no: 17033t.tif Only the driver’s door can be locked and To start the engine, hold electronic key in The press start/stop button. unlocked using the emergency key. marked position, operate brake or clutch To switch the vehicle off, press start-stop Unlocking the entire vehicle 3 41.
  • Page 41 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop z Electronic key out of reception range, or out of range of remote control. z Low battery voltage in remote control. Battery replacement. z Frequent, repeated operation of the remote control outside the reception range (e.g. too far from vehicle, remote control is then no longer recognised).
  • Page 42: Central Locking System

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 16968t.tif Picture no: 17032t.tif Picture no: 17042t.tif Central locking system Open&Start system with electronic key 3 To lock The vehicle is unlocked by pulling a door Close doors, luggage compartment and Unlocking and locking of doors, luggage handle or the button under the tailgate tank flap.
  • Page 43: Anti-Theft Locking System 3 3

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3, Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside. Picture no: 17034t.tif Picture no: 17043t.tif Open&Start system with electronic key 3 Remote control with mechanical key Touch the sensor field in the door handle of All doors must be closed.
  • Page 44 (not When the mechanical anti-theft locking remote control again. possible with Astra TwinTop if roof is system 3 is active – see previous page – the open). doors cannot be unlocked with this button.
  • Page 45: Fault In Radio Remote Control Or Open&Start System

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop z Locked doors unlock automatically in Fault the event of an accident of a certain If the central locking system cannot be severity (to allow external help to gain operated, it may be due to the following: access).
  • Page 46: Malfunction In Central Locking System

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Luggage compartment For Astra TwinTop with open roof - after opening the driver’s door, press the central To unlock locking button in the centre console. The Remote control with mechanical key vehicle will then be unlocked, provided the Press button q on the remote control.
  • Page 47 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 16969t.tif Picture no: 17049t.tif Picture no: 17042t.tif To open To close To lock The luggage compartment is opened by Close luggage compartment using the Close doors, luggage compartment and operating the button beneath the handle. handle on the inside of the tailgate.
  • Page 48: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Anti-theft alarm system monitors z the doors, luggage compartment, bonnet, z the passenger compartment, z vehicle tilt, e.g. if it is raised, z the ignition. Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be Picture no: 17043t.tif Picture no: 17044t.tif unlocked from the inside.
  • Page 49 4. Switch on the anti-theft alarm system. LED illuminates. The system is armed after approx. 10 seconds. The LED flashes until the system is deactivated. For Astra TwinTop, passenger compartment monitoring is deactivated if the roof is open to prevent false alarms. Picture no: 17050t.tif Picture no: 17051t.tif...
  • Page 50 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop In the event of a fault in the remote control or the Open&Start system, unlock door with the key 3 41. If the alarm is triggered when the driver’s door is opened, deactivate the anti-theft alarm system by switching on the ignition. Note z Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could impair the...
  • Page 51: Child Safety Locks

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17052t.tif Picture no: 16978t.tif Picture no: 18437t.tif Child safety locks Exterior mirrors Adjust exterior mirrors electrically 3 Select the required exterior mirror with the Manual adjustment with handles in the Warning mirror switch and adjust with the four-way front doors or electric 3 with switch in switch.
  • Page 52 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop If an electrical retracted mirror is extended manually, pressing button will cause the mirror to move all the way forward. The other mirror will be electrically swiveled to the driving position. If button is pressed again, both mirrors will be electrically retracted.
  • Page 53: Interior Mirror

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17147t.tif Picture no: 16977t.tif Picture no: 17121t.tif Interior mirror Heated exterior mirrors 3 Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 Heating is activated or deactivated with Dazzling is automatically reduced at night. To adjust, swivel mirror housing. the Ü...
  • Page 54: Electric Windows

    For automatic opening or closing, pull or press the switch longer. Pull or press the switch again to stop the movement. Astra Twin Top: when a door is opened the window opens a little way and closes automatically when the door is shut.
  • Page 55 Child safety system for rear windows 3 Central switch for electric windows, If the window glass encounters resistance Switch between the rear switches in the Astra TwinTop " above the middle of the window during driver’s door handle Button in the roof console.
  • Page 56 Remote control with mechanical key must be outside of the vehicle. The range is Astra TwinTop: The headed rear window Hold button q or p on the remote control approximately one metre. and heated exterior mirrors 3 are...
  • Page 57: Panoramic Windscreen

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated at short intervals, the power supply is briefly cut off. Fault If the windows cannot be opened and closed automatically because of an interruption to the power supply, for example, activate electric windows as follows: 1.
  • Page 58: Sun Roof

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop To raise When the roof is closed, press button ü. The roof is tilted in the rear. To open Press button ü again from the tilted position. The roof opens to its stop. To close Press button For reasons of safety, the roof closes from its open position to approx.
  • Page 59 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Note Overload Fault z If the top of the roof is wet, raise roof, If the system is overloaded, the power If the sun roof and sun shade do not allow water to run off and then open supply is automatically cut off for a short operate properly, activate electronics as roof.
  • Page 60: Twintop

    Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop TwinTop With TwinTop, a convertible hardtop, Astra unites the benefits of a coupe with those of a convertible. Warning Take care when operating the convertible hardtop. Risk of injury. Monitor the action zone above, to the side and to the rear of the vehicle during roof operation.
  • Page 61 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17970t.tif Picture no: 17963t.tif Picture no: 17971t.tif With the vehicle stopped, the roof can be To close the roof With the vehicle stopped, the roof can be opened using the remote control 3. Unlock There must be no objects in the pivot area closed using the remote control 3.
  • Page 62 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Indicator and warning buzzers z Continuous warning buzzer during roof Note z Indicator buzzer upon completed operation if the anti-roll bars 3 have z Do not open the luggage compartment opening or closing of the convertible been triggered.
  • Page 63 The automatic drive of the roof is only To optimise safety in the event of a operational if the roof is in the proper open rollover, the Astra TwinTop is equipped cleaning of roof spaces. This is done by or closed position.
  • Page 64 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17975t.tif Picture no: 17974t.tif Picture no: 17973t.tif Fixed anti-roll bars Deployable anti-roll bars 3 Luggage compartment are secured to the vehicle bodywork. are located between the rear head The roof can only be opened if the load in restraints and the boot lid in such a way the luggage compartment does not that they are out of sight.
  • Page 65 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Blockage of boot lid on closure 3 To avoid damage to the open roof, boot lid or load, the boot lid can only be closed if the electric load aid is in the lower end position 3 81. Picture no: 18457t.tif Picture no: 17964t.tif Unblocking on failure of electric drive...
  • Page 66 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17965t.tif Picture no: 17966t.tif Picture no: 17967t.tif Fitting Join together the unfolded ends of the wind Insert the guide clips of the wind deflector Take the wind deflector from the luggage deflector: press in the pin at the slider, in the seat belt recesses between the rear compartment.
  • Page 67 Keys, doors, windows, TwinTop Picture no: 17968t.tif Picture no: 17969t.tif Picture no: 18619t.tif Pull the toggle of the right and left locking The wind deflector can be folded back Removing pin and turn to lock. Straighten out the when not in use. Remove in reverse order, wind deflector is wind deflector, turn the toggle back and completely folded down in the luggage...
  • Page 68: Seats, Interior

    Extending the luggage compartment, Drinks holders 3 ........107 Estate ..........Sun visors ..........107 Extending the luggage compartment, Picture no: 16970t.tif Astra TwinTop ........Front seats Tilt front passenger seat backrest forward 3........... Warning Luggage compartment cover .... Never adjust seats while driving as they Safety net 3, Estate......
  • Page 69 Seats, interior Picture no: 16971t.tif Picture no: 16973t.tif Picture no: 18607t.tif Adjusting the backrest Adjusting the seat height 3 Adjusting the seat angle 3 Relieve the load on the backrest and turn Operate the lever on the outside of the Pull the inner lever at the front of the seat, the side handwheel.
  • Page 70 Seats, interior The seat back can only be tipped forwards from an upright position. When the backrest is folded forward, do not activate the handwheel for backrest adjustment. In vehicles with a panoramic window 3: to tilt seats forward, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors.
  • Page 71: Seat Position 3

    Seats, interior z Sit with your shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that you can easily reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between your shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel.
  • Page 72: Head Restraints

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17148t.tif Picture no: 16976t.tif Picture no: 18019t.tif Head restraints Heated front seats 3 Adjusting the rear, centre head Two buttons above the centre air vents for restraint 3 Adjusting the front head restraints and left and right seat. Pull the head restraint up or press the catch rear outboard head restraints 3 to release and then push the head restraint...
  • Page 73 Picture no: 17011t.tif Adjusting the rear head restraints 3, Head restraint position Active head restraints 3 on front seats Astra TwinTop In the event of a rear-end impact, the Warning Pull the head restraint up or press both active head restraints automatically tilt catches to release and then push the head forwards slightly.
  • Page 74: Armrest 3

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17056t.tif Picture no: 17058t.tif Picture no: 17060t.tif Armrest Removing Armrest 3 in rear seat backrest, Press and release the two catches. Pull and saloon and estate Armrest 3 at driver’s seat remove the head restraint. Fold down the armrest, pulling the strap Push raised armrest backward against obliquely down (45°).
  • Page 75: Extending The Luggage Compartment, Saloon

    Picture no: 17062t.tif Extending the luggage Armrest 3 in rear seat backrest, Fold down centre backrest 3 Astra TwinTop Push head restraint down as far as compartment, Saloon Pull the armrest by the strap, pivot it down possible 3 68.
  • Page 76: Extending The Luggage Compartment, Estate

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17063t.tif Picture no: 17064t.tif Picture no: 17065t.tif Extending the luggage Restoring backrest to an upright position Raise the seat cushion and fold the Guide the seat belt through the side backrest compartment, Estate bracket to protect against damage. Pull the strap on the seat cushion and lift Folding the rear seat backrests onto the the rear of the cushion forwards (split 3 or...
  • Page 77 Seats, interior Picture no: 17066t.tif Picture no: 17067t.tif Picture no: 17062t.tif Remove rear outer head restraints. Push Disengage backrest (one-piece or split 3) Fold down centre backrest 3 centre head restraint all the way down using pushbuttons, fold forward and Push head restraint down as far as 3 69, 3 70.
  • Page 78: Extending The Luggage Compartment, Astra Twintop

    With the seat cushions raised: insert and cushions 3 to their original position adjust head restraints in backrests 3 69, compartment, Astra TwinTop Guide the seat belt through the side 3 70. Fold back seat cushions, making sure Loading area between rear seats bracket to protect against damage.
  • Page 79: Tilt Front Passenger Seat Backrest Forward 3

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17984t.tif Picture no: 17076t.tif Picture no: 17077t.tif Tilt front passenger seat backrest Luggage compartment cover Cover behind armrest can be locked from luggage compartment 3: turn handle 90°: forward Saloon Removing To push down and remove front passenger Locked = Horizontal handle Unhook retaining straps from tailgate.
  • Page 80 Seats, interior Picture no: 17078t.tif Picture no: 17079t.tif Picture no: 17080t.tif Estate To cover the gap between the luggage Removing To open compartment cover and the rear Open the luggage compartment cover and Press handle on luggage compartment backrests, there is a cover on the cartridge. detach the hooks from the head restraints.
  • Page 81: Safety Net 3, Estate

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17081t.tif Picture no: 17082t.tif Picture no: 17083t.tif Safety net , Estate Adjust strap length on safety net by Fitting behind front seats attaching the upper hook to the eye of the Lift up rear seat cushions 3 72. The safety net can be mounted behind the strap, see illustration 17085 T, and attach rear seats or, if the rear seat backrests are...
  • Page 82: Luggage Compartment Grille

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17085t.tif Picture no: 18440t.tif Picture no: 18441t.tif Luggage compartment grille Removing Lock grille in open position. Detach the safety net belt straps by tipping Delivery Van To close the grille section from the open up the length adjuster. To transport long objects, part of the position, push bracket down, fold down Unhook the safety net rods from the...
  • Page 83: Lashing Eyes

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17090t.tif Picture no: 17086t.tif Picture no: 17087t.tif Lashing eyes Rails and hooks in the luggage FlexOrganizer compartment , Estate in the luggage compartment are used to Flexible system for dividing the luggage secure lashing straps 3 or a luggage net 3 compartment or securing loads in an The side walls of the luggage compartment to prevent objects that are being...
  • Page 84: Cargo Box

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17088t.tif Picture no: 17089t.tif Picture no: 17092t.tif Cargo box Variable partition net Hooks and mesh pockets for side walls Insert an adapter in each rail: Fold up Insert hooks in rails in desired position: Foldable box under the floor cover used to handle plate, insert adapter in upper and insert hook in upper groove in rail and push divide the luggage compartment.
  • Page 85: Luggage Compartment Blind, Astra Twintop

    9 minutes. aid for the luggage compartment To open Release luggage compartment blind from of the Astra TwinTop) recesses on left and right, blind rolls up The loading aid makes it possible to automatically. comfortably load the luggage To close compartment when the roof is open.
  • Page 86 Seats, interior z Only close the boot lid once the Warning confirmation signal has sounded to indicate that the loading aid is in its Take care when operating the loading lower end position. aid. Risk of injury. z If the loading aid is not in its lower end Make sure that nothing can become position when the boot lid is closed, a trapped.
  • Page 87: Notes On Loading The Vehicle

    Seats, interior z Estate: fit safety net 3 when objects are z Astra TwinTop: Do not place any objects being transported in the luggage on the cover of the deployable anti-roll compartment 3 77. bars 3, behind the rear head restraints...
  • Page 88: Three-Stage Safety System

    Weights and payload 3 311. passenger and rear outboard seats 3. instructions could lead to injuries or z Driving with a roof load increases the On Astra TwinTop 3, roll-over bar endanger life. Vehicle passengers sensitivity of the vehicle to cross-winds behind rear seats.
  • Page 89: Three-Point Seat Belts

    Picture no: 17104t.tif Three-point seat belts Belt tensioners For children up to the age of 12 we recommend the Opel child restraint With their automatic retractors, the spring- The front seat belts are pulled down at system 3 88. tensioned seat belts always ensure a snug the buckles in the event of a front or rear fit against the body.
  • Page 90 Seats, interior z The belt tensioner and airbag system Warning control electronics can be found in the centre console area. In order to avoid Have the cause of the fault eliminated malfunctions, do not store magnetic immediately by a workshop. objects in this area.
  • Page 91: Operating The Seat Belts

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17106t.tif Picture no: 17107t.tif Picture no: 17108t.tif Operating the seat belts Height adjustment 3 Warning Adjusting the height of the upper Fitting seat belts deflection point of the front seat belts: The seat belt must not be twisted and On pregnant women in particular, the must fit snug against the body.
  • Page 92: Child Restraint System

    3 71. seats. Three-point seat belts of rear seats in Selecting the right system Astra TwinTop Your child should travel facing backwards To prevent the seat belts from making in the car for as long as possible. A child...
  • Page 93 Seats, interior = Limited, only with seat occupancy Permissible options for fitting a child safety seat recognition and Opel child restraint system with transponders. Weight and On front On outer On centre age class passenger seat rear seats rear seat...
  • Page 94: Child Restraint Systems

    Secure or remove child restraint systems carried in the vehicle when not in use. z The covers of the Opel child restraint system can be wiped clean. Picture no: 17091t.tif Mounting brackets...
  • Page 95: Airbag System

    Airbag system z seat occupancy recognition 3, vehicle speed, Front airbag z the control indicator for Opel child z impact against a yielding obstacle (such The front airbag system consists of one restraint systems with transponders 3...
  • Page 96 3 z the front passenger seat is unoccupied, z if there is a properly installed Opel child restraint system with transponders 3. Seat occupancy recognition 3 96. Opel child restraint system with...
  • Page 97 3. The seat occupancy z seat occupancy recognition 3, recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags 3 for the front passenger z the control indicator for Opel child if the front passenger seat is unoccupied with transponders 3 restraint systems or an Opel child restraint system with in the instrument panel.
  • Page 98 The curtain airbag system comprises: on the centre door pillar of the driver’s or z an airbag with inflator in the roof frame z if there is a properly installed Opel child front passenger side, on the driver’s and front passenger side restraint system with transponders 3.
  • Page 99 Seats, interior Warning Do not place any body parts or objects in the area in which the airbags inflate. The curtain airbags will not be triggered in the event of z the ignition is switched off, z frontal collisions, z accidents in which the vehicle overturns, z collisions involving a rear impact, z side-on collisions outside the passenger Picture no: 17351t.tif...
  • Page 100 Have the cause of the fault eliminated for the front passenger if the front immediately by a workshop. passenger seat is not occupied or an Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 The system’s integrated self-diagnostics is fitted on the front passenger seat. The allows faults to be quickly remedied.
  • Page 101 Opel child restraint systems with system. transponders 3 can be identified by a sticker. Note On the Astra TwinTop, there may be interference in radio reception of certain Picture no: 17117t.tif frequencies in the medium waveband If the control indicator does not come on...
  • Page 102 3. actuated. If no Opel child restraint system with z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to transponders 3 is fitted, the control z Do not place any objects between the...
  • Page 103 In order to prevent malfunctions when bar 3 deploys once only. Have a instructions given for this must be using an Opel child restraint system with workshop replace deployed airbags observed. Take the vehicle to a recycling transponders 3 on the front passenger immediately.
  • Page 104 Seat occupancy recognition 3 3 96. Warning Warning No child restraint system 3 may be Only Opel child restraint systems with installed on front passenger seat. transponders 3 can be fitted on the Danger to life. front passenger seats. Use of systems...
  • Page 105: Rollover Protection System 3

    Seats, interior Rollover protection system The Astra TwinTop is equipped with rollover protection with reinforced windscreen frame and anti-roll bars behind the rear seat head restraints. Depending on the variant, the anti-roll bars are either fixed or deploy automatically in the event of an impact of a certain severity.
  • Page 106 Seats, interior Picture no: 17974t.tif Picture no: 17105t.tif Picture no: 17992t.tif In the event of a rollover, the anti-roll Control indicator v for extending Extended anti-roll bars bars deploy upwards in a matter of anti-roll bars can be retracted (e.g. in order to close the milliseconds.
  • Page 107: Cigarette Lighter 3

    Seats, interior Have the cause of the fault eliminated Note z Do not place any objects on the covers of immediately by a workshop. the anti-roll bars behind the head Warning restraints. They would be propelled through the vehicle in an uncontrolled The roof cannot be closed or opened if fashion should the anti-roll bars deploy.
  • Page 108: Accessory Sockets 3

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17095t.tif Picture no: 18023t.tif Picture no: 17096t.tif Accessory sockets Press in the cigarette lighter. Switches off Estates have an additional accessory automatically once the element is hot. Pull socket 3 in the luggage compartment. Some vehicles have an accessory socket for out the cigarette lighter.
  • Page 109: Ashtray 3

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17094t.tif Picture no: 17097t.tif Picture no: 17098t.tif Ashtray To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray Rear ashtray 3 insert at the spots illustrated and pull The ashtray is in the rear centre console. Caution upwards. Pull out the ashtray by pushing on one of the sides.
  • Page 110: Foldaway Tables 3

    Seats, interior Picture no: 17099t.tif Picture no: 17101t.tif Picture no: 17103t.tif Stowage compartments To empty, open the ashtray, press the Stowage compartment in front armrest 3 spring in the direction of the arrow and pull To open, press button and open upper part Glove compartment the ashtray straight out rearwards.
  • Page 111: Stowage Nets And Pockets 3

    Seats, interior Stowage nets and pockets Sun visors Storage nets or pockets are found on the Use the sun visor to protect from glare by back of the front seat backrests. pulling it down and swivelling it to the side 3. Drinks holders The covers of the mirrors in the sun visors Drink holders are located in the centre...
  • Page 112: Instruments, Controls

    Instruments, controls Instruments, controls Picture no: 18624t.tif Picture no: Control indicators – The electronic key is in the wrong location in the vehicle interior (do not The control indicators described here are Control indicators ........ 108 put key in luggage compartment or not present in all vehicles.
  • Page 113 Instruments, controls Illuminated Warning Fault in Open&Start system. Engine oil pressure Lock or unlock vehicle using remote control Control indicator illuminates red. When the engine is off, considerably or emergency key if necessary 3 41, or try more force is needed to brake and steer. It illuminates when the ignition is switched using the spare key.
  • Page 114 Instruments, controls Airbag systems 3, belt tensioners 3 deployable anti-roll bars 3 Control indicator illuminates red. Illuminates when the engine is running Fault in airbag system, belt tensioners or extending anti-roll bars 3 86, 3 95, 3 101 Electronic Stability Programme Plus (ESP®...
  • Page 115 Instruments, controls Doors and luggage compartment open Engine electronics, transmission Manual transmission automated 3, Control indicator illuminates red. electronics 3, immobiliser, Engine start diesel fuel filter 3 Control indicator illuminates yellow. Comes on when a door or the luggage Control indicator illuminates or flashes compartment is opened.
  • Page 116 Instruments, controls Turn signal lamps Control indicator flashes green. The control indicator flashes when a turn signal or the hazard warning lamps are activated. Fast flashing: failure of a direction indicator lamp or associated fuse, failure of direction indicator lamp on trailer 3. Change bulbs 3 253.
  • Page 117 Instruments, controls > Winter programme of automatic Fog lamps 3 Exhaust emission 3 transmission 3 or manual transmission Control indicator lights green. Control indicator illuminates or flashes automated 3 yellow. It illuminates when the fog lamps are Symbol lights in the gear display if the switched on 3 140.
  • Page 118 Instruments, controls Deflation detection system 3, tyre pressure monitoring system 3 Control indicator illuminates red or yellow. Control indicator illuminates red Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately and check tyre pressure 3 206. Control indicator illuminates yellow Fault in system. Contact a workshop immediately 3 206, 3 207.
  • Page 119 Instruments, controls Picture no: 17021t.tif Picture no: Picture no: 17023t.tif Instrument display Speedometer Fuel gauge Speed display. Display of fuel level in tank. On some versions, the pointer of the tachometer, speedometer and fuel gauge Control indicator Y illuminates when the briefly moves to its end position when the level is low.
  • Page 120 Instruments, controls Time display 3 To set time, hold the setting button in the instrument panel depressed for approx. 2 seconds. A brief press will set the flashing value. Hold the button depressed for 2 seconds again to switch to the next unit and to exit setting mode. Bottom line: Odometer Records the kilometres counted.
  • Page 121 Instruments, controls ESPoff Electronic Stability Program 3 Part position on automatic switched off 3 198. transmission. ESPon Electronic Stability Program 3 Reverse gear. switched on 3 198. Neutral. Automatic mode on manual transmission automated. Manual mode on manual transmission automated. Automatic mode on automatic transmission.
  • Page 122 Instruments, controls Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 11:25 12:01 °C BC 1 All values °C BC 2 257.0 Range 90,6 FM 3 Timer Ø km/h [TP] 31.0 Ltr. Ø L/100km Picture no: 17336t.tif Picture no: 17337t.tif Picture no: 17344t.tif Information display Board information display 3 Graphical information display 3, Display of time, outside temperature and...
  • Page 123: Outside Temperature

    Instruments, controls The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. 8:56 °C Slippery road 07.05.2008 -2,5°C Picture no: 17336t.tif Picture no: 17338t.tif Outside temperature In vehicles with graphical information...
  • Page 124 Instruments, controls Correcting time 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets time. This can be 8:56 identified by } in the display. °C 11:25 Some transmitters do not send a correct °C 07.05.2008 time signal. In such cases, switch off automatic time synchronisation.
  • Page 125 Instruments, controls 11:25 °C System Picture no: 18612t.tif Picture no: 17014t.tif Picture no: 17337t.tif Board information display Button selection on Infotainment system Select using the left adjuster wheel 3 The required function is called up in the on the steering wheel System settings Settings menu using the OK button.
  • Page 126 Instruments, controls 11:25 11:25 11:25 °C °C °C Clock Sync.On [11]:25 Deutsch Picture no: 17337t.tif Picture no: 17337t.tif Picture no: 17337t.tif Automatic time synchronisation 3 Setting date and time Language selection The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters The value to be entered is highlighted by You can select the display language for automatically sets time.
  • Page 127: Trip Computer 3

    Instruments, controls Board information display trip computer Access trip computer vehicle data by pressing the BC button on the infotainment 11:25 11:25 system or the left adjuster wheel 3 on the °C °C steering wheel. Unit Europe-SI Inst. Consumpt. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form.
  • Page 128 Instruments, controls Average consumption Resetting the trip computer Display of average consumption. The The measurement or calculation of the measurement can be reset at any time. following trip computer data can be reset: Effective consumption z Average consumption. 11:25 Display of fuel quantity consumed. The °C z Effective consumption.
  • Page 129: Stop Watch

    Instruments, controls 11:25 °C [TP] CDin Stop Watch 90.6 01:22:32 19,5° 19:36 Picture no: 17337t.tif Picture no: 17331t.tif Picture no: 18612t.tif Graphical information display Stop watch Selection using buttons 3 on the Select function, then press the OK button or Infotainment system or colour information display the left adjuster wheel on the steering...
  • Page 130 Instruments, controls [TP] CDin 90.6 19,5° 19:36 Picture no: 17013t.tif Picture no: 17014t.tif Picture no: 17331t.tif To select using the multifunction button Select using left adjuster wheel 3 Function ranges To highlight menu options or commands or on steering wheel For each functional area there is a main select function ranges, rotate the Select menu item by rotating.
  • Page 131 Instruments, controls Correcting time 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters sets time automatically. Settings 19,5° 19:36 Time, Date 19,5° 19:36 Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, switch off Time, Date 19:36 Time 19:36 automatic time synchronisation.
  • Page 132 Instruments, controls 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36 Settings 19,5° 19:36 Settings 19,5° 19:36 Time, Date Time, Date Deutsch Language Deutsch English Language Europe-SI Units English Español Units Japan Contrast Español Nederlands Contrast Great Britain Day / Night ..Français Day / Night Italiano Ign.
  • Page 133 Instruments, controls Setting display mode 3 Display brightness can be adjusted when the vehicle lights are on. Settings can also be made as follows: Contrast 19,5° 19:36 Select menu item Day / Night from the Settings menu. Range Automatic: adapted based on vehicle Aver.
  • Page 134 Instruments, controls Distance travelled Display of distance travelled. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average speed Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Range Range Stoppages in the journey with the ignition Aver. Consump. L/100km off are not included in the calculations.
  • Page 135 Instruments, controls Ü Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 All values All values All values BC 2 257.0 257.0 257.0 Timer Ø Ø Ø km/h km/h km/h Tyres 31.0 31.0 31.0...
  • Page 136 Instruments, controls The desired stop watch display can be selected from the Options menu 3: Driving Time excl. Stops Ü Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 Board Computer The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. Stationary time is not included. BC 1 BC 1 00:00:00...
  • Page 137: Check Control

    Instruments, controls Check control Examples of warning messages for the graphical information display 3 and colour Check control monitors some fluid levels, information display 3 are depicted. On the the tyre pressure 3, battery of the remote board information display, messages control, the antitheft warning system 3, the appear in an abbreviated form.
  • Page 138 Instruments, controls In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring In vehicles with tyre pressure control system 3, if tyre pressure is too low, the system 3, if there is major loss of pressure display indicates which tyre to check, e.g.: in a tyre, the display indicates the tyre at fault, e.g.: Tyre pressure check rear...
  • Page 139: Warning Buzzers

    Instruments, controls Warning buzzers Indicator and warning buzzers for z Continuous warning buzzer during roof Astra TwinTop 3: operation if the anti-roll bars 3 have When starting the engine or whilst z Indicator buzzer upon completed been triggered. driving: opening or closing of the convertible z If the electronic key of the Open&Start...
  • Page 140: Windscreen Wipers

    Instruments, controls Picture no: 16993t.tif Picture no: 16994t.tif Picture no: 16995t.tif Windscreen wipers Adjustable timed interval wipe 3 Automatic wiping with rain sensor 3 Adjust wiper interval to a value between Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper for windscreen 2 and 15 seconds: switch ignition on, move The stalk always returns to its home The rain sensor detects the amount of...
  • Page 141 Instruments, controls Picture no: 17315t.tif Picture no: 16996t.tif Picture no: 16997t.tif Keep the sensor field of the rain sensor free Empty windscreen washer system and Rear screen wiper and washer system of dust, dirt and ice. headlamp washer system 3 To switch on, push stalk forwards.
  • Page 142: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Version with daytime running lights 3 With the ignition on and the light switch set to 7 or AUTO the parking lamps are switched on. If the engine is running the dipped beam switches itself on. The daytime running lights switch off when Exterior lights ........
  • Page 143: Main Beam, Headlamp Flash

    Lighting Picture no: 18445t.tif Picture no: 17123t.tif Picture no: 16989t.tif Main beam, headlamp flash Automatic dipped beam Turn signal lamps activation To switch from dipped beam to main To activate, press stalk up or down lightly. beam, press stalk forwards. Light switch set to AUTO: When the engine Stalk up Right turn signal lamps...
  • Page 144: Fog Lamps > 3

    Lighting Fog tail lamp After operation, the turn signal stalk returns to its starting position. The fog tail lamp can only be switched on both the ignition and dipped beam/ If the stalk is moved past the resistance parking lamps are on. point, the turn signal lamp remains on.
  • Page 145: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Lighting Vehicles without automatic level control system 0 = Front seats occupied 1 = All seats occupied 2 = All seats occupied and luggage compartment load 3 = Driver’s seat occupied and luggage compartment load Vehicles with automatic level control system 0 = Front seats occupied Picture no: 16991t.tif...
  • Page 146: Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 (Afl)

    Lighting Picture no: 17126t.tif Picture no: Picture no: 17127t.tif Adaptive Forward Lighting Curve lighting Control indicator for adaptive driving (AFL) The Xenon light beam pivots based lights on steering wheel position and speed Flashing: Fault in system. System not ready improves lighting in curves (curve lighting) (from approx.
  • Page 147: Ambient Lighting 3

    Lighting If the driver’s door is left open, the lamps will go out after two minutes. The light is switched off immediately by inserting the key into the ignition or pulling the turn signal stalk again with the driver’s door open. Picture no: 17128t.tif Picture no: 17129t.tif Ambient lighting...
  • Page 148: Instrument Illumination, Information Display Illumination

    Lighting Picture no: 17130t.tif Picture no: 17131t.tif Picture no: 17132t.tif Instrument illumination Courtesy lamp Front reading lamps 3 Operated with the buttons when ignition Information display illumination Automatic interior light is on. Comes on automatically when the vehicle is Comes on when ignition is switched on. unlocked with the remote control, when a Brightness can be adjusted when the door is opened or when the key is removed...
  • Page 149: Puddle Light 3

    Lighting Entry lighting 3 Luggage compartment lighting After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument Luggage compartment lighting comes on and switch lighting come on for a few when the luggage compartment is opened. seconds. Automatically regulated centre console Door handle lighting 3 lighting 3 When the exterior lamps are on, the interior Spotlight in housing of interior mirror.
  • Page 150: Battery Discharge Protection

    Lighting Battery discharge protection Headlamps when driving abroad Vehicles with adaptive forward lighting 3 (AFL) To prevent the battery from becoming The asymmetrical dipped beam increases 1. Pull and hold stalk for main beam on discharged, the courtesy lamp, reading the field of vision on the passenger side of steering wheel (headlamp flash) lamps, luggage compartment lighting and...
  • Page 151: Infotainment System

    Infotainment system Infotainment system Radio reception Hissing, noise, distortion or loss of radio reception may be caused by z changes in distance from the transmitter, z multi-path reception due to reflection z shadowing. Infotainment system The infotainment system is operated as described in the operating instructions.
  • Page 152: Aux Input

    Infotainment system Mobile telephones and radio equipment The Opel installation instructions and the operating guidelines provided by the telephone manufacturer must be observed when fitting and operating a mobile phone. Failure to do so could invalidate the vehicle’s operating permit (EU Directive 95/54/EC).
  • Page 153 10 watts. any country-specific regulations. electronics if they are operated in the We recommend that you consult your Opel vehicle without the external antenna Warning Service Partner, who will have brackets and...
  • Page 154: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Heating and ventilation system, air conditioning system 3....150 Automatic air conditioning system 3 151 Electronic climate control system 3 ... 151 Air vents ..........152 Heating and ventilation system ..153 Air conditioning system 3....156 Automatic air conditioning system 3 158 Picture no: 17930t.tif Picture no: 17142t.tif...
  • Page 155: Automatic Air Conditioning System 3 158

    Climate control The set values appear on the information display. Electronic climate control system 3 163. Picture no: 17931t.tif Picture no: 17143t.tif Automatic air conditioning Electronic climate control system system Provides a comfortable interior regardless Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle of the weather, outside temperature or interior regardless of the conditions outside.
  • Page 156: Air Vents

    Climate control Windscreen defroster nozzles (2) or J: Air flows Air distribution switch to onto windscreen and side windows. Additional vents below the windscreen and door windows and in the front footwell. Picture no: 17151t.tif Picture no: 17152t.tif Air vents Centre and side air vents (1) Open nozzle: move vertical knurled wheel At least one air vent must be open while...
  • Page 157: Heating And Ventilation System

    Climate control Picture no: 17144t.tif Picture no: 17145t.tif Picture no: 17146t.tif Heating and ventilation system Temperature Air flow Adjust with centre rotary switch. Adjust with right rotary switch. Air distribution Red area = Warm Adjust with left rotary switch. Switched off Blue area = Cold To head area via adjustable vents, to...
  • Page 158 Climate control Heating The comfort and general well-being of the For rapid warming of the passenger vehicle occupants are to a large extent compartment: dependent on a suitable ventilation and z Set air distribution switch to desired heating setting. position, preferably position J 3 153. To achieve a stratification of temperature z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as with the pleasant effect of "cool head and...
  • Page 159 Climate control z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as far as it will go (warm). z Set fan switch to 3 or 4. z Activate heated rear window Ü. z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the side windows. Picture no: 17154t.tif Picture no: 17155t.tif Heating the foot well...
  • Page 160: Air Conditioning System 3

    Climate control Air conditioning system As a supplement to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) inflowing air. If cooling or dehumidification is not desired, switch off cooling in order to save fuel. Cooling switches off automatically at low outside temperatures.
  • Page 161 Climate control Warning The air recirculation system minimises the entry of outside air. The humidity increases, and the windows can mist up. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. Air distribution to : the air recirculation system is automatically switched off to speed up window demisting and prevent...
  • Page 162: Automatic Air Conditioning System 3

    Climate control Automatic air conditioning z Cooling n on, the AC compressor switches off automatically at low exterior system temperatures (icing). Provides a uniformly comfortable interior z Move air distribution switch to regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. z Turn the temperature switch clockwise.
  • Page 163 Climate control Picture no: 17932t.tif Picture no: 17933t.tif Picture no: 17934t.tif Automatic mode Air distribution Temperature preset Basic setting for maximum comfort: Adjust with left rotary switch. Adjust with centre rotary switch. To head area via adjustable vents, z Set fan switch to A. Set the rotary switch to the required value.
  • Page 164 Climate control Picture no: 17935t.tif Picture no: 17936t.tif Picture no: 17937t.tif Air flow To activate/deactivate air conditioning Manual air recirculation mode Adjust with right rotary switch. compressor (cooling) n The air recirculation system prevents Only operate with the engine and fan the entry of outside air and the air in the 1 - 4 Manual fan speed setting.
  • Page 165 Climate control Heating The comfort and general well-being of the For rapid warming of the passenger vehicle occupants are to a large extent compartment: dependent on a suitable ventilation and z Move air distribution switch to required heating setting. position 3 153. To obtain a stratification of temperature in z Set the centre rotary switch to the the vehicle with the pleasant effect "cool...
  • Page 166 Climate control z Set temperature to maximum heating, i.e. turn the centre rotary switch all the way to the right (28 °C). z Switch on heated rear window Ü. Operation with cooling (air conditioning compressor) is not possible when outside temperatures are low.
  • Page 167: Electronic Climate Control System 3

    Climate control Electronic climate control system Provides a the greatest amount of comfort in the interior regardless of the weather, [TP] CDin outside temperature or season. To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle, the temperature of 90.6 the inflowing air, the air-flow rate and the air distribution are changed automatically according to climatic conditions outside...
  • Page 168 Climate control Switching off the AC compressor [TP] CDin (Eco appears in display) can reduce comfort and affect safety 3 166. 90.6 All air vents are actuated automatically in automatic mode. The air vents should therefore always be open 3 152. Automatic air recirculation mode 3 The ventilation system is set to recirculation mode and interior air is recirculated.
  • Page 169 Climate control If a temperature below 16 °C is set, Lo The air flow can be increased or decreased [TP] CDin appears in the display: the climate control by turning the right knob. system runs constantly at maximum To return to automatic mode: cooling power.
  • Page 170 Climate control Climate Air distribut. Climate Air distribut. Air distribut. Air conditioning Autom. blower Autom. blower on / off Auto. recirc Auto. recirc Picture no: 17161t.tif Picture no: 17162t.tif Picture no: 17164t.tif Manual settings in the menu Climate Individual menu items are marked by Activating and deactivating air Under certain circumstances (e.g.
  • Page 171 Climate control Air distribut. Automatic blower [TP] CDin Strong 90.6 Normal Weak Picture no: 17165t.tif Picture no: 18497t.tif Picture no: 17167t.tif Air distribution Air flow Fan control in automatic mode 3 Turn central rotary knob, the menu Turn right knob right or left. The selected Fan regulation in automatic mode can be Air distribut.
  • Page 172 Climate control Climate Air distribut. Automatic recirculation Autom. blower Residual air conditioning on air control at Auto. recirc bad outside air Picture no: 17168t.tif Picture no: 17169t.tif Picture no: 17170t.tif Switching automatic recirculation 3 Manual air recirculation mode Air conditioning with the engine not on or off The air recirculation system prevents the running...
  • Page 173: Heater

    Climate control Heater Regular operation On vehicles with Quickheat 3: depending In order to ensure continuously efficient on the outside temperature and engine performance, the air conditioning system 3 temperature, the passenger compartment must be operated for a few minutes once a is heated up more quickly using an month, regardless of the weather or time of auxiliary electric heater.
  • Page 174: Driving And Operation

    Driving and operation Driving and operation Manual transmission automated The semi-automatic Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic gear shifting (automatic mode), both with automatic clutch control. Manual transmission automated 3 ... 170 Manual transmission ......178 Automatic transmission 3 ....178 Automatic transmission with Picture no: 18626t.tif ActiveSelect 3 ........
  • Page 175 Driving and operation There is no need to select neutral before starting the engine. If a gear is engaged, the transmission automatically switches to neutral (N) before the engine starts when the foot brake is operated. This can lead to a slight delay in the starting process.
  • Page 176 Driving and operation It is also possible to start off without depressing the foot brake if the accelerator pedal is operated directly after movement of the selector lever. If there is no immediate acceleration or the foot brake is not depressed, no gear is engaged and "A" flashes.
  • Page 177 Driving and operation If the vehicle is in automatic mode, on Stopping the vehicle Electronically controlled driving movement of the selector lever to In Automatic or Manual mode, when the programmes manual transmission automated shifts to vehicle has stopped first gear (with Winter z After a cold start, the operating manual mode and changes up or down.
  • Page 178 Driving and operation Picture no: 17961t.tif Picture no: 17175t.tif Picture no: 18451s.tif z When SPORT mode is engaged, shift Winter programme T Kickdown times are reduced and the transmission In the event of difficulties starting off At certain engine speeds, pressing the shifts at higher engine speeds (unless on slippery roads, press button T accelerator pedal past the pressure point...
  • Page 179 Driving and operation When the engine speed approaches its "Rocking the car" upper limit, the transmission shifts to a If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle higher gear during kickdown even in to free it from sand, mud, snow or a trough, Manual mode.
  • Page 180 Driving and operation Vehicle storage Apply hand brake and remove the ignition key or, with the Open&Start system 3, remove the electronic key from the vehicle. The most recently engaged gear (indicator in transmission display) remains engaged. With N, no gear is engaged. When the ignition is switched off the manual transmission automated no longer responds to movement of the selector...
  • Page 181 Driving and operation If the cause is not a discharged battery, 3. Clean the transmission around the cap 6. Fit cleaned cap again. The cap must be contact a workshop. If the vehicle must be (see figure) so that no dirt can get into in full contact with the housing.
  • Page 182: Manual Transmission

    Driving and operation Automatic transmission The automatic transmission 3 allows automatic selection. Picture no: 17001t.tif Picture no: 17022t.tif Manual transmission Transmission display Display of mode or selected gear in left To engage reverse gear, with the vehicle position of transmission display. The gear stationary, wait 3 seconds after that has been selected by the transmission declutching, press in the button on the...
  • Page 183 Driving and operation The selector lever can only be moved from When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly P or N when the ignition is switched on and starts to move when the brake pedal is the foot brake depressed (selector lever released.
  • Page 184 Driving and operation z After a cold start, the operating temperature programme automatically increases engine speed to quickly bring the catalytic converter to operating temperature. z The adaptive programme automatically tailors gearshifting to the driving conditions, e.g. greater load or gradients.
  • Page 185 Driving and operation Engine braking Stopping the vehicle In order to utilise the engine braking effect The selector lever can be left in the chosen when driving downhill, select drive range 3, gear with the engine running. 2 or, if necessary, 1 in good time. When stopping on gradients engage hand Braking effect is greatest in gear 1.
  • Page 186 Driving and operation Picture no: 17028t.tif Picture no: 17191t.tif Picture no: 17192t.tif Fault Interruption of power supply 3. Push the yellow catch forward with a Control indicator A illuminates in the If the power supply is interrupted, the screwdriver and move the selector lever event of a fault.
  • Page 187: Automatic Transmission With

    Driving and operation Automatic transmission with ActiveSelect This automatic transmission 3 allows both automatic gearchanges (automatic mode) and manual gearchanges (manual mode) 3. Picture no: 17022t.tif Picture no: 17193t.tif Transmission display Selector lever settings P, R, N and D Display of mode or selected gear in left (automatic mode) position of transmission display.
  • Page 188 Driving and operation If engine speed is too low, the transmission automatically shifts to a lower gear above a specific vehicle speed. No automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high engine revs. For safety reasons, kickdown is also available in manual mode 3 186.
  • Page 189 Driving and operation z After a cold start, the operating temperature programme automatically increases engine speed to quickly bring the catalytic converter to operating temperature. z The adaptive programme automatically tailors gearshifting to the driving conditions, e.g. greater load or gradients.
  • Page 190 Driving and operation Stopping the vehicle The ignition key can only be removed when The selector lever can be left in the chosen the selector lever is in position P. gear with the engine running. If the selector lever is not in position P when When stopping on gradients engage hand the ignition is switched off, control brake or depress brake pedal.
  • Page 191 Driving and operation Picture no: 17028t.tif Picture no: 17097t.tif Picture no: 17856t.tif Fault Interruption of power supply 3. To open, push the yellow catch down Control indicator A illuminates in the In the event of an interruption of power with a screwdriver and move the selector event of a fault.
  • Page 192: Driving Hints

    Roof loads If the power-assisted steering fails when in all gears. are not permitted on the Astra TwinTop. being towed with the engine switched off, Do not drive faster than three quarters of the vehicle can still be steered, but Switching off the engine maximum speed.
  • Page 193 Driving and operation Save energy – more kilometres Warming up Cooling fan Please observe the running-in hints on the After a cold start, the automatic The cooling fan is controlled via a previous page and the tips for saving transmission 3 or manual transmission thermoswitch and therefore only runs if energy on the following pages.
  • Page 194: Saving Fuel

    Information on end-of-life vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of end-of-life speed increase wear, fuel consumption, Trend-setting technology vehicles is available at www.opel.com. exhaust emission, the amount of In the development and manufacture of pollutant in the exhaust and the...
  • Page 195 We recommend that repair and z Regular checks (every 14 days) pay off. Making use of the tachometer helps to maintenance be entrusted to your Opel save fuel. Drive in a low engine speed Partner. Electrical loads...
  • Page 196: Fuels, Refuelling

    Driving and operation Fuels, refuelling Fuel for diesel engines Use only diesel fuel which meets the Fuel consumption requirements of DIN EN 590. The fuel must Fuel consumption is determined under have a low sulphur content (max. 50 ppm). specific driving conditions 3 302. Equivalent-standard fuels with a biodiesel Special equipment increases the weight of content (= FAME in accordance with...
  • Page 197 Driving and operation Correct filling depends to a large extent on Warning proper operation of the fuel dispensing pump: Fuel is flammable and explosive. No 1. Fully insert the pump nozzle and switch smoking. No naked flames or sparks. it on. If fuel odours are noticed inside the vehicle, have the cause remedied by a 2.
  • Page 198: Catalytic Converter, Engine Exhaust

    Driving and operation z If the event of misfiring, irregular engine running, clear loss of engine power or other uncommon operating faults, have the cause of the fault remedied immediately by a workshop. In an emergency, the vehicle can be driven briefly at low vehicle and engine speed.
  • Page 199 Driving and operation If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it is of no significance. Illumination of A can indicate water in the diesel fuel filter 3, at the same time a message appears in the service display 3 116. Have a workshop check the fuel filter for possible water residue.
  • Page 200 Driving and operation Engine exhaust Diesel particle filter 3 The diesel particle filter system filters Warning damaging soot particles out of the engine exhaust. The system has a self-cleaning Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous function that runs automatically while the carbon monoxide, which is colourless vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 201 Driving and operation Maintenance Have all maintenance work carried out at the intervals specified. We recommend that you entrust this work to your Opel Partner, who has proper equipment and trained personnel available. Electronic testing systems permit rapid diagnosis and remedy of faults.
  • Page 202: Drive Control Systems

    Driving and operation Plus Drive Control Systems Electronic Stability Programme ESP® is ready for operation as soon as Plus ESP® the ignition is switched on and control Interactive Driving System (= IDS+) 3 Plus ESP® improves driving stability in any indicator v goes out.
  • Page 203 Driving and operation Illuminates while driving The system is switched off or a fault is present. Continued driving is possible. The driving stability can however deteriorate depending on road surface conditions. Plus Re-engage ESP® or have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated into the system facilitates rapid fault identification.
  • Page 204 Driving and operation Continuous Damping Control 3 SPORT mode 3 (CDC) SPORT mode is used to change CDC adapts damping of each shock damping 3, steering 3, throttle absorber to the current driving situation application 3 and the shift point for and road conditions.
  • Page 205 Driving and operation To deactivate Briefly press the SPORT button again or switch off the ignition. The LED in the button goes out. Plus Holding it pressed switches off ESP® 3 199. SPORT mode remains engaged. Switching the Winter programme on 3 (vehicles with automatic transmission 3 or manual transmission automated 3) deactivates SPORT mode.
  • Page 206 Driving and operation Cruise control 3 With automatic transmission 3, only use Cruise control can store and maintain cruise control in D. With manual speeds between 30 and 200 km/h. transmission automated 3, only use it in Deviation from the stored speed may occur automatic mode.
  • Page 207 Driving and operation Increase To deactivate Tap the § button: cruise control is With cruise control active, hold down button m or briefly press it repeatedly: switched off. speed is increased continuously or in Automatic deactivation: steps of 2 km/h. z speed is below approx.
  • Page 208 Driving and operation If the vehicle approaches an obstacle when reversing, a series of signals can be heard in the vehicle interior. The interval between the signals becomes shorter as the distance is reduced. If the distance is less than 30 cm, the signal will be continuous. Warning Under certain circumstances, various reflective surfaces on objects or clothing...
  • Page 209 The automatic level control system is Pay attention to notes concerning activated after approx. 3 kilometres, Astra TwinTop 3 58. depending on the vehicle loading and the nature of the road surface. On function faults, do not utilise full load capacity.
  • Page 210 Driving and operation Control indicator If control indicator illuminates red while driving, there is a loss of pressure. Stop immediately and check tyre pressures. A maximum speed of 80 km/h is permitted for run-flat tyres 3. Pay attention to relevant information 3 216. If control indicator illuminates yellow, there is a fault in the system.
  • Page 211 Driving and operation Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 Warning The tyre pressure monitoring system continually checks the pressure and speed The tyre pressure monitoring system of all four tyres when driving at speeds Ü Board Computer does not replace manual checks with above about 30 km/h.
  • Page 212: Tyre Pressure

    Driving and operation Navi active Navi active Attention! Tyre pressure check rear Front left tyre left pressure loss (value in bar) (value in bar) Picture no: 17353t.tif Picture no: 17354t.tif Picture no: 17018t.tif A graphic indicating the left rear tyre is A graphic indicating the front left tyre is Control indicator shown together with the current tyre...
  • Page 213 (e.g. four winter tyres), no error message filled run-flat systems or repair kits can will be displayed. The tyre pressure impair the function of the system. Opel- monitoring system is not operational. The Picture no: 17019t.tif approved systems can be used.
  • Page 214: Hydraulic Brake System

    Driving and operation To ensure the full pedal travel can be utilized, especially in case of a fault in one of the brake circuits, there must be no mats in the vicinity of the pedals 3 189. When the engine is not running, the support of the brake servo unit disappears once the brake pedal has been depressed once or twice.
  • Page 215: Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs U)

    Driving and operation Anti-lock Braking System (ABS Self-check After the engine is started and the vehicle ABS prevents the wheels from locking. starts off, there may be an audible system It starts to regulate the braking pressure as self-check. soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. Fault The vehicle remains steerable.
  • Page 216: Hand Brake

    Driving and operation Brake assist Wheels, tyres If the brake pedal is operated with a rapid, Suitable tyres and restrictions 3 319. powerful push, the vehicle is automatically Tyres fitted in the factory are adapted to braked at full braking power in order to the chassis and provide optimum driving achieve the shortest possible braking comfort and safety.
  • Page 217 Driving and operation Vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring Fitting new tyres system 3 Fit tyres in pairs or in sets, which is even With winter tyres or after conversion to better. Ensure that tyres on one axle are different wheel sizes, sensors for the tyre z the same size, pressure monitoring system can be fitted z the same design,...
  • Page 218 Driving and operation Always fill the spare wheel 3 to the pressure specified for full load. Do not reduce tyre pressure when the tyres are warm. Otherwise the pressure may drop below the permissible minimum when the tyres cool down. After having checked the tyre pressure, tighten the valve caps using the valve cap key.
  • Page 219 Driving and operation Picture no: 17214t.tif Picture no: 17216t.tif Picture no: 17215t.tif Tyre condition, wheel condition Tread depth If wear in the front is greater than that in Drive over edges slowly and at a right Check tread depth regularly. the rear, move the rear wheels to the front angle if possible.
  • Page 220 210 km/h Goodyear or SSR = Self Supporting Runflat up to 240 km/h Tyre for Continental. up to 270 km/h Run-flat tyres may only be used in combination with Opel-approved alloy wheels; this also applies to winter tyres.
  • Page 221 Driving and operation Driving with a damaged tyre Astra OPC "Nürburgring Edition" Winter tyres 3 with tyres 225/40 ZR 18 3 A loss in tyre pressure is indicated by the Notes on fitting new tyres 3 212. tyre pressure monitoring system 3 or the This model is factory-fitted with high- Restrictions 3 216, 3 319.
  • Page 222 Remove the wheel trims when using tyre Use of wheel trims and tyres that approved chains 3 237. by Opel for the vehicle in question and Tyre chains may only be used at speeds up thereby fulfil all requirements for the wheel to 50 km/h.
  • Page 223: Roof Racks 3

    Roof racks For safety reasons, and to prevent roof damage, we recommend use of the Opel roof rack system approved for your vehicle. Roof loads are not permitted on the Astra TwinTop. Follow the usage instructions for the roof rack.
  • Page 224: Towing Equipment 3

    Driving and operation Towing equipment Only use towing equipment that has been approved for your vehicle. Entrust retrofitting of towing equipment to a workshop. It may be necessary to make changes that affect the cooling system, heat shields or other equipment. Do not mount towing equipment to vehicles with Z 20 LEH engine.
  • Page 225 Driving and operation Picture no: 17222t.tif Picture no: 17223t.tif Picture no: 17224t.tif Checking the tensioning of the coupling Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be Inserting the coupling ball bar ball bar tensioned before it is inserted into the Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar in the z Red marking on rotary knob must point coupling housing: coupling housing and push firmly upwards...
  • Page 226 Driving and operation Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed z Green marking on rotary knob must point towards white marking on coupling ball bar. z There must be no gap between the rotary handle and the coupling ball bar z The coupling ball bar must be firmly engaged in the opening z The coupling ball bar must be locked...
  • Page 227: Caravan/Trailer Towing

    Driving and operation Caravan/trailer towing Caravan and trailer loads The permissible caravan/trailer loads are vehicle and engine-dependent maximum values which must not be exceeded. The actual caravan/trailer load is the difference between the actual gross weight of the caravan/trailer and the actual coupling socket load with the caravan/trailer coupled.
  • Page 228 Driving and operation The permitted caravan/trailer load applies Coupling socket load Rear axle load during towing up to the specified incline and up to an The coupling socket load is the load With a trailer coupled and the towing altitude of 1000 metres above sea level. exerted by the trailer/caravan on the vehicle fully loaded (including all Since engine power decreases as altitude...
  • Page 229 Driving and operation Trailer Stability Assist 3 (TSA) Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 are When driving downhill, drive in the same TSA monitors vehicle movements when de-activated when towing. gear as if driving uphill and drive at a towing a caravan or trailer. If the system similar speed.
  • Page 230: Self-Help, Vehicle Care

    Self-help, vehicle care Self-help, vehicle care Diesel fuel system, bleeding The diesel fuel system must be bled if the tank was run dry. Turn on the ignition three times for 15 seconds each time. Then start Diesel fuel system, bleeding ....226 the engine for a maximum of 40 seconds Bonnet ..........
  • Page 231: Starting The Engine With Jump Leads 3

    Self-help, vehicle care Starting the engine with jump The bonnet is held open automatically 3. If the bonnet is of a different version, leads engage the support. Do not start with a quick charger or by Push the support firmly into holder before pushing or towing.
  • Page 232 Self-help, vehicle care z Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be considerably lower than that of the discharged battery. z Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at least 16 mm (25 mm for diesel engines).
  • Page 233: Towing

    Self-help, vehicle care Route the leads so that they cannot catch on rotating parts in the engine compartment. Starting the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start. 2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be made at intervals of 1 minute not last longer than 15 seconds.
  • Page 234 Self-help, vehicle care Vehicles with automatic transmission 3 Warning should be towed facing forward only and must not be towed faster than 80 km/h or Vehicles with the Open&Start system 3 further than 100 km. If the transmission is must not be towed when the battery is defective, or if the above speed or distance discharged because the steering column is to be exceeded, the front axle must be...
  • Page 235 Self-help, vehicle care After towing, unscrew the towing eye clockwise and refit the cover. Version with cover 3: install by inserting the bottom lugs of the cover 3 in the bumper, folding and then press the lugs at the top into place.
  • Page 236: Warning Triangle ¨ 3

    Warning triangle First-aid kit (cushion) Estate, Delivery Van ¨ 3 Insert the warning triangle in the retaining Saloon, Astra TwinTop Saloon straps of the tailgate inner panelling. Store warning triangle in rear luggage Secure the first-aid kit to the right luggage...
  • Page 237 Picture no: 17238t.tif Picture no: 18443t.tif Picture no: 17985t.tif Estate Delivery Van Astra TwinTop Fasten the first-aid kit (cushion) to the left Place first aid kit in stowage compartment Store the first-aid kit (cushion) in the recess luggage compartment wall with a behind driver’s seat.
  • Page 238: Spare Wheel 3

    This must be taken into consideration when the luggage compartment is being loaded, particularly with the Astra TwinTop 3 60. Picture no: 17239t.tif Spare wheel placed in luggage compartment The spare wheel is in the luggage compartment beneath the floor covering.
  • Page 239 Pay attention to notes concerning the Vehicles with cargo box 3: removal 3 80. temporary spare wheel 212, 3 319. Astra TwinTop Accessing the spare wheel when the roof is open: Engage luggage compartment cover on the rear window frame and activate the loading aid 3 81.
  • Page 240: Jack £ 3 And Vehicle Tools 3

    Vehicles with tyre repair set 3 The tool kit and tyre repair set are in a Astra TwinTop storage compartment below the floor The tools for emergency operation of cover in the luggage compartment.
  • Page 241: Changing Wheels

    3 234. them clean and apply a light coat of remove the retaining washers 3 on the z On the Astra TwinTop, the roof must be commercially available grease to the wheel bolts. closed before the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 242 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17244t.tif Picture no: 17245t.tif Picture no: 17246t.tif Alloy wheels 3: Disengage the wheel bolt 2. Push on the wheel bolt wrench 3 as far 3. The location of each jacking point is caps with a screwdriver and remove. as possible and loosen the wheel bolts marked.
  • Page 243 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17247t.tif Picture no: 17248t.tif Picture no: 17249t.tif 4. Before positioning the jack 3, set it to the Attach crank to eye of threaded rod and 6. Change wheel. Notes on spare necessary height. Position the jack 3 at turn crank to raise vehicle.
  • Page 244: Tyre Repair Kit 3

    Self-help, vehicle care Tyre repair kit 10. Before refitting the wheel trim, clean the wheel around the retaining clips. Valve Minor damage to the tyre tread or sidewall symbol 3 on back of wheel trim must can be repaired with the tyre repair kit. point towards valve on wheel.
  • Page 245 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17251t.tif Picture no: 17252t.tif Picture no: 17253t.tif 3. Remove the electrical connection 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve. cable and air hose from the stowage connection on the sealant bottle.
  • Page 246 Self-help, vehicle care Drain excess tyre pressure with the button over the pressure indicator. Do not operate compressor for longer than 10 minutes, see "Important notes" 3 243. 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the filler hose to the free connection on the sealant bottle.
  • Page 247 Self-help, vehicle care Important The sealant can only be stored for approx. 4 years. After this time, the sealing The driving comfort of the repaired tyre is properties can no longer be guaranteed. severely affected, therefore have this tyre Heed the expiration date on the sealant replaced.
  • Page 248: Electrical System

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17257t.tif Picture no: 17259t.tif Picture no: 17260t.tif Electrical system A blown fuse can be identified by its melted Do not replace the fuse until the cause of wire. the fault has been remedied. Fuses A replacement fuse must have the same marking (rating) as the blown fuse.
  • Page 249 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 18449t.tif Picture no: Picture no: 17258t.tif Place the fuse extractor on the various Only fit fuses of the specified current There is a fuse extractor in the luggage types of fuse from the top or side, and rating.
  • Page 250: Fuses And The Most Important Circuits They Protect

    Version A – see Fig. 18504 T, z Version B – see Fig. 17958 T. The Astra TwinTop always has version B. Spare fuses, fuse extractor 3 244. The fuse box is located on the left side of Picture no: 17261t.tif...
  • Page 251 Self-help, vehicle care Fuse box, version B Circuit Some functions are protected by several 13 Ultrasonic parking sensors fuses. 14 Heating, air conditioning system Circuit 15 – 1 Electric windows, front 16 Seat occupancy recognition, 2 – Open&Start system 3 Instruments 17 Rain sensor, air quality sensor, 4 Heating, air conditioning system, tyre pressure monitoring system,...
  • Page 252 Self-help, vehicle care Circuit 38 Central locking system, terminal 30 39 Seat heater (left) 40 Seat heater (right) 41 – 42 – 43 – 44 – Picture no: 17958t.tif Picture no: Circuit Circuit 24 Diagnostics plug 32 – 25 – 33 Open&Start system 26 Electrically retractable exterior 34 Sun roof, TwinTop...
  • Page 253 5 Radiator fan 1 version B - see next page. The Astra TwinTop always has version B. Picture no: 17263t.tif Spare fuses, fuse extractor 3 244. Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is at the front left side of the engine compartment.
  • Page 254 Self-help, vehicle care Circuit 21 Engine electronics 22 Engine electronics 23 Headlamp range adjustment 24 Fuel pump 25 – 26 Engine electronics 27 Heating, air conditioning system, air quality sensor 28 – 29 Power steering Picture no: 17264t.tif Picture no: Circuit Circuit 30 Engine electronics...
  • Page 255 Self-help, vehicle care Fuse layout, version B Circuit Circuit Some functions are protected by several 7 Windscreen washer system 16 Electronics control units, fuses. Open&Start system, ABS, 8 Horn Circuit brake lamp switch, TwinTop 9 Headlamp washer system 1 ABS 17 Diesel filter heating 10 –...
  • Page 256 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17264t.tif Picture no: Circuit Circuit 24 Fuel pump 31 Adaptive Forward Lighting, headlamp range adjustment 25 Transmission electronics 32 Brake system, air conditioning 26 Engine electronics system, clutch switch 27 Power steering 33 Adaptive Forward Lighting, 28 Transmission electronics headlamp range adjustment, 29 Transmission electronics...
  • Page 257: Bulb Replacement

    Self-help, vehicle care Bulb replacement Switch off the ignition. Switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands. The replacement bulb must match the data on the base of the defective bulb.
  • Page 258 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17267t.tif Picture no: 17268t.tif Picture no: 17269t.tif Dipped beam 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from the reflector. 1. Replace bulbs through the openings in the wheel arches 3 253. 2.
  • Page 259 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17270t.tif Picture no: 17271t.tif Picture no: 17272t.tif 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. Main beam 5. Disengage spring clip from retainer by pressing forward and then swing 6. Insert a new bulb in the bulb holder. 1.
  • Page 260 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17271t.tif Picture no: 17273t.tif Picture no: 17274t.tif Parking lamps 4. Remove parking lamp socket from 5. Remove bulb from socket. reflector. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 6. Insert a new bulb. 2. Replace bulbs from engine compartment 7.
  • Page 261: Xenon Headlamp System

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17275t.tif Picture no: 17276t.tif Picture no: 17277t.tif Xenon headlamp system Main beam 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. Adaptive Forward Lighting 1. Replace bulbs through the openings in system the wheel arches 3 253. Headlamps have separate systems for 2.
  • Page 262 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17278t.tif Picture no: 17270t.tif Picture no: 17276t.tif 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. Parking lamps the reflector. 6. Insert a new bulb in the bulb holder. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 7.
  • Page 263: Front Indicator Lamps

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17279t.tif Picture no: 17280t.tif Picture no: 17281t.tif Front indicator lamps 4. Remove parking lamp socket from 5. Remove bulb from socket. reflector. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 6. Insert a new bulb. 2. Replace bulbs through the openings 7.
  • Page 264: Side Turn Signal Lamps

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17282t.tif Picture no: 17283t.tif Picture no: 17284t.tif Tail lamps 4. Push bulb into socket slightly, rotate left 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. and remove. Saloon 5-door 3. Hold outside of bulb housing, loosen 1.
  • Page 265 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17285t.tif Picture no: 17286t.tif Picture no: 17287t.tif 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 5. Unscrew the three screws using a Bulbs in bulb carrier: screwdriver. Vehicle tools 3 236. Press Reversing light the locking tabs on the outside of the Flasher bulb holder inwards and remove the Reversing light/brake light...
  • Page 266 Self-help, vehicle care 6. Remove bulb from socket. 7. Insert a new bulb. 8. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing, ensuring that it properly engages. Insert three screws with washers and tighten as far as possible. Picture no: 18458t.tif Picture no: 17289t.tif 9.
  • Page 267 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17290t.tif Picture no: 17284t.tif Picture no: 17285t.tif Saloon 3-door 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 1. To replace bulbs, fold the cover down. 3. Hold outside of bulb housing, loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench 3 and unscrew by hand.
  • Page 268 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17291t.tif Picture no: 17287t.tif Picture no: 18459t.tif 5. Remove the round seal from the Bulbs in bulb carrier: 9. Ensure that the seals are applied to the fastening bolt. Press the locking tabs on bulb holder and fixing screws. = Reversing light the outside of the bulb holder outward = Flasher...
  • Page 269 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17289t.tif Picture no: 17293t.tif Picture no: 17294t.tif 10. Insert the bulb housing in the body, Estate, Delivery Van 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. engaging the lug and the ball pin in the 1. Disengage cover by pressing retaining 3.
  • Page 270 Self-help, vehicle care 6. Insert a new bulb. Insert the bulb holder in the bulb housing and screw in place. Insert the bulb housing into the body and tighten the fastening nuts by hand. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the cover.
  • Page 271 Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17986t.tif Picture no: 17987t.tif Picture no: 17988t.tif Astra TwinTop 2. Remove bulb housing from outside. 4. Disengage sockets by turning and 1. Unscrew retaining nuts. Disengage plug by pressing on flap remove. Press locking tabs on the long and remove from bulb holder.
  • Page 272 Self-help, vehicle care 10. Carry out the following steps to ensure proper function of the tail lamps: – Switch on ignition. – Operate brake. – Switch on parking lamps. Picture no: 17989t.tif Picture no: 18018t.tif Bulbs in bulb carrier: 8. Fit seal on bulb holder as illustrated. Ensure that the seal is flat in the area = Reversing light/brake light of the screws.
  • Page 273: Number Plate Lamp

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17297t.tif Picture no: 17298t.tif Picture no: 17299t.tif Number plate lamp 2. Remove bulb housing downward, taking 4. Rotate bulb socket anticlockwise and care not to pull on the cable. disengage. 1. Insert screwdriver vertically in bulb insert as illustrated in figure.
  • Page 274: Courtesy Lamps

    Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17300t.tif Picture no: 17301t.tif Picture no: 17302t.tif Courtesy lamps Glove compartment lighting, luggage 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip compartment lighting, foot well lighting 3 and remove. Front courtesy lamp, reading lamps 3 1. Prise the lamp out with a screwdriver. 1.
  • Page 275: Vehicle Care

    Self-help, vehicle care Vehicle care Washing Thoroughly rinse off and leather-off the The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use When caring for your vehicle, observe all to environmental influences. Wash and separate leathers for paint and window national environmental regulations, wax the vehicle regularly.
  • Page 276 Self-help, vehicle care Wheels and tyres Plastic and rubber parts Windows and wiper blades Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners. Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned Clean using a soft lint-free cloth or chamois with the same agents as the rest of the leather together with window cleaner or Use a pH-neutral wheel cleaning agent to body.
  • Page 277 Self-help, vehicle care Locks Underbody Astra TwinTop The locks are factory-lubricated with a high Parts of the underbody have PVC Treat all seals, e. g. on the roof and quality lock cylinder grease. This prevents underbody protection while critical areas windscreen frame, with silicone oil from the locks from freezing.
  • Page 278: Opel Service, Maintenance

    Recommended fluids and lubricants 281 occurs first other countries. Inspection system ........ 283 Confirmation Genuine Opel parts and accessories 284 Service is confirmed in the relevant fields Performing work ........284 of the Service and Warranty Booklet. The Engine oil ..........285 service workshop fills out the date and Diesel fuel filter ........
  • Page 279 Opel Service, maintenance European Service Plan Service work after year km (x 1,000) Control, lighting and signalling devices and airbags - visually check, steering column lock and ignition switch - check Remote control: replace batteries (don’t forget the spare key)
  • Page 280 Opel Service, maintenance Service work after year km (x 1,000) ⊕ Check and adjust valve clearance every 10 years / 150,000 km Z 16 LET, Z 16 XER, Z16XE1, Z 18 XER, Z 17 DTH, Z 17 DTJ, Z 17 DTR, A 17 DTJ, A 17 DTR...
  • Page 281 Opel Service, maintenance Service work after year km (x 1,000) ⊕o Brake drum - remove, clean, check visually every 4 years / 60,000 km Steering system boots, track rods, final drive - check visually Track rod end and support ball joint - check ⊕...
  • Page 282 Opel Service, maintenance International Service Plan Service work after year km (x 1,000) Control, lighting and signalling devices and airbags - visually check, steering column lock and ignition switch - check Remote control: replace batteries (don’t forget the spare key)
  • Page 283 Opel Service, maintenance Service work after year km (x 1,000) ⊕ Check and adjust valve clearance every 10 years / 150,000 km Z 16 LET, Z 16 XER, Z16XE1, Z 18 XER, Z 17 DTH, Z 17 DTJ, Z 17 DTR, A 17 DTJ, A 17 DTR...
  • Page 284 Opel Service, maintenance Service work after year km (x 1,000) ⊕ Brake drum - remove, clean, check visually every 4 years / 60,000 km Steering system boots, track rods, final drive - check visually Track rod end and support ball joint - check ⊕...
  • Page 285: Additional Servicing

    Opel Service, maintenance Additional servicing Recommended fluids and Under extreme operating conditions, it may be necessary to have certain lubricants Additional operations ⊕ scheduled service work done more Additional operations are not required Only use products that have been tested frequently than the scheduled intervals.
  • Page 286 Validity index viscosity should be of the correct rating. Use of ACEA A1/B1 and A5/B5 engine oil is Opel engine oil meets classifications expressly forbidden, since they can cause GM-LL-A-025 and GM-LL-B-025 and is long-term engine damage under certain therefore suitable for both petrol and operating conditions.
  • Page 287: Inspection System

    If the remaining distance is less than exclude the possibility of loss of warranty, 1500 km, InSP is displayed with a use of an Opel Partner is recommended in remaining distance of 1000 km when the particular during the warranty period. For Picture no: 17008t.tif...
  • Page 288: Genuine Opel Parts And Accessories

    Opel Service, maintenance Genuine Opel parts and accessories We recommend that you use "Genuine Opel Parts and Accessories" and conversion parts expressly approved for your vehicle type. These parts have undergone special tests to establish their reliability, safety and specific suitability for Opel vehicles.
  • Page 289: Engine Oil

    Opel Service, maintenance Picture no: 17306t.tif Picture no: 17307t.tif Picture no: 17308t.tif Engine oil Check with the vehicle on a level surface. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it The engine must be at operating to the stop on the handle, pull it out and...
  • Page 290 Opel Service, maintenance Picture no: 17309t.tif Picture no: 17310t.tif Picture no: 17311t.tif We recommend use of the same engine oil The engine oil level must not exceed Capacity between MIN and MAX marks as used previously. the MAX mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 291: Diesel Fuel Filter

    Opel Service, maintenance Diesel fuel filter Coolant On each engine oil change, have the fuel The coolant protects against freezing filter checked for any water residue by a down to approx. -28 °C. workshop. Caution Illumination of A indicates water in the fuel filter 3.
  • Page 292: Brakes

    Opel Service, maintenance Top up with anti-freeze. If no anti-freeze is available, use clean tap water or distilled water. Have the anti-freeze protection checked. Have the cause of coolant loss remedied by a workshop. Caution Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
  • Page 293: Windscreen Wiper Replacement

    Opel Service, maintenance Brake fluid change Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs water. If the brakes become hot, such as when driving on long downhill stretches, vapour bubbles can occur in the water, which can have an extremely adverse effect on braking power (depending on the proportion of water).
  • Page 294: Windscreen And Headlamp Washer

    Opel Service, maintenance Picture no: 17318t.tif Picture no: 17319t.tif Picture no: 17320t.tif Windscreen and headlamp Battery Wiper blade on the rear window 3 Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as washer systems The battery is maintenance-free. shown in illustration and remove.
  • Page 295: Protecting Electronic Components

    To avoid damaging the vehicle, do not z Clean and wax rubber seals. make any modifications to the electrical z Disconnect the clamp from the negative Intermediate position of Astra Twin-Top system, e. g. connecting additional terminal of the vehicle battery. roof for cleaning 3 58.
  • Page 296: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Picture no: 17321t.tif Picture no: 17322t.tif Vehicle data......... 292 Vehicle data Information on identification plate: Engine data.......... 294 The technical data is determined in Performance,........298 Manufacturer accordance with European Community Fuel consumption, CO emissions ..302 Type approval number standards.
  • Page 297 Technical data Engine code and engine number: stamped on left-hand side of engine on crankcase. Picture no: 17323t.tif Picture no: 17324t.tif The vehicle identification number is The vehicle identification number may be stamped on the identification plate and in embossed on the instrument panel. the vehicle floor on the right-hand side under a cover between the front passenger door and seat.
  • Page 298: Engine Data

    Technical data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1229 1364 1598 1598 1598 Brake horse power [kW] at rpm 5600 5600 6000...
  • Page 299 Technical data Engine data Sales designation 2.0 Turbo Engine identifier code Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1796 1998 1998 Brake horse power [kW] at rpm 6300 5400 5600 Torque [Nm] at rpm 3800 4200...
  • Page 300 Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI Engine identifier code Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ Z 17 DTR Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1248 1686 1686 1686 Brake horse power [kW] at rpm 4000 4400 3800...
  • Page 301 Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI Engine code Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1910 1910 1910 Brake horse power [kW] at rpm 3500 3500 4000 Torque [Nm] at rpm...
  • Page 302 Technical data Performance, Saloon 5-door Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Engine Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission – Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission – – –...
  • Page 303 Technical data Performance, 3-door Saloon Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Engine Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission – Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission – – –...
  • Page 304 Technical data Performance, Estate Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Engine Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission – Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission – – – – Engine Z 20 LER Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ...
  • Page 305 Technical data Performance, Delivery Van Engine Z 14 XEP Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – – – Engine Z 17 DTR Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH...
  • Page 306 Technical data Fuel consumption, CO emissions The directive is oriented to actual driving The figures given must not be taken as a practices: Urban driving is rated at guarantee for the actual fuel consumption Directive 80/1268/EEC (last modified approx. and off-road driving with of a particular vehicle.
  • Page 307 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions 5-door saloon (up to tyre size 205 mm Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 18 XER Engine Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.0/–/– 8.0/ 7.7/– –/ 8.6/–...
  • Page 308 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions 5-door saloon (up to tyre size 225 mm) Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Engine Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.2/–/–...
  • Page 309 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions 3-door saloon (up to tyre size 205 mm Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 18 XER Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.0/ 7.7/– –/ 8.6/– 8.7/ 8.5/– 9.7/–/10.4 extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.0/ 4.9/–...
  • Page 310 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions 3-door saloon (up to tyre size 225 mm Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.1/ 7.8/–...
  • Page 311 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions Estate (up to tyre size 205 mm Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 18 XER Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/ automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.0/–/– –/ 8.7/– 8.8/ 8.6/– /–/10.5 extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.0/–/–...
  • Page 312 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions Estate (up to tyre size 225 mm) Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.1/–/– –/ 8.9/–...
  • Page 313 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions Delivery Van (up to tyre size 205 mm Engine Z 14 XEP Z 13 DTH Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/ automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.0/–/– /–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.0/–/– /–/– total [l/100 km] 6.1/–/– /–/–...
  • Page 314 Technical data Fuel consumption emissions Delivery Van (up to tyre size 225 mm) Z 17 DTJ Z 17 DTR Engine Z 14 XEP Z 17 DTH Manual transmission/manual transmission automated/automatic transmission urban [l/100 km] 8.1/–/– 6.5/–/– 6.8/–/– 6.8/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.1/–/–...
  • Page 315 No roof load is permitted with the Astra To calculate the kerb weight, enter the vehicle weight minus the front axle load. TwinTop or vehicles with a panoramic...
  • Page 316 Technical data Table 1, kerb weight , 5-door saloon Astra Engine Manual Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated transmission without/with air Z 12 XEP 1240/1260 –/– –/– conditioning Z 14 XEP 1240/1260 1240/1260 –/– system [kg] Z 16 XE1, Z 16 XER...
  • Page 317 Technical data Table 1, kerb weight 3-door saloon Astra Engine Manual Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated transmission without/with air Z 14 XEP 1220/1240 1220/1240 –/– conditioning Z 16 XE1, Z 16 XER 1250/1270 1250/1270 –/– system [kg] Z 16 LET –/1335...
  • Page 318 Technical data Table 1, kerb weight , Estate Astra Engine Manual Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated transmission without/with air Z 14 XEP 1278/1298 –/– –/– conditioning Z 16 XE1, Z 16 XER 1315/1335 1315/1335 –/– system [kg] Z 16 LET –/1395...
  • Page 319 Technical data Table 1, kerb weight , Delivery Van Astra Engine Manual Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated transmission without/with air Z 14 XEP 1235/1250 –/– –/– conditioning Z 13 DTH 1335/1350 –/– –/– system [kg] Z 17 DTH 1365/1380 –/–...
  • Page 320 Technical data Table 2, Additional weight of equipment variants Saloon Engine Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Enjoy [kg] – Cosmo [kg] – Sport [kg] 24.5 24.5 24.5...
  • Page 321 Technical data Table 2, Additional weight of equipment variants Estate Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Enjoy [kg] – Cosmo [kg] – Sport [kg] 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 24.5 12.6...
  • Page 322 Technical data Table 2, Additional weight of equipment variants Delivery Van Engine Z 14 XEP Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ Z 17 DTR Enjoy [kg] – – – – – Cosmo [kg] – – – – –...
  • Page 323: Tyre Chains

    Technical data Tyres Winter tyres are permitted on the Astra On vehicles with alloy wheels 3 the spare OPC only on special Opel-approved alloy wheel may have a steel rim. Not all tyres available on the market wheels. currently meet the structural requirements.
  • Page 324 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Saloon Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 12 XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 200/2.0 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 325 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Saloon Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 18 XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 210/2.1 –...
  • Page 326 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Saloon Comfort with load up to with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 20 LER 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 210/2.1 270/2.7 250/2.5...
  • Page 327 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Saloon Comfort with load up with load up to 3 persons With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 17 DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 210/2.1 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 328 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Estate Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 14 XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 200/2.0 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 329 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Estate Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 18 XER 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 200/2.0 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 330 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Estate Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 17 DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 210/2.1 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 331 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Delivery Van Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 2 persons [kPa/bar] 2 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 14 XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 200/2.0 250/2.5...
  • Page 332 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Delivery Van Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 2 persons [kPa/bar] 2 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 17 DTJ, 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 210/2.1 270/2.7...
  • Page 333 Technical data Tyre pressure (overpressure) TwinTop Comfort with load up with load up to With full load [kPa/bar] to 3 persons [kPa/bar] 3 persons [kPa/bar] Engine Tyres Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Z 16 XER 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 210/2.1 250/2.5 250/2.5...
  • Page 334 Technical data Capacities Z 12 XEP, Z 14 XEP Z 16 XE1 Z 16 XER Z 16 LET Z 18 XER Z 20 LER Engine Incl. filter [l] 4.25 Between MIN and MAX [l] Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ, Z 19 DTL...
  • Page 335 Technical data Dimensions Saloon 5-door Saloon 3-door Estate Delivery Van TwinTop Overall length [mm] 4249 4290 4515 4515 4476 Width [mm] 1753 1753 1753 1753 1759 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2032 2032 2032 2032 2021 Overall height [mm] 1460 1435 1500...
  • Page 336 Technical data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Saloon All dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. Dimensions [mm] 342.9 513.4 488.6 211.4 94.3 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting fitting of towing equipment at a later date to a workshop.
  • Page 337 Technical data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Estate, Delivery Van All dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. Dimensions [mm] 84.0 570.0 515.0 93.5 173.0 307.6 158.0 292.6 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting fitting of towing equipment at a later date to a workshop.
  • Page 338 Technical data Installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, Astra TwinTop All measurements refer to Opel-approved towing equipment. Dimensions [mm] 68.8 570.0 515.0 485.0 93.5 288.0 245.0 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting fitting of towing equipment at a later date to a workshop.
  • Page 339: Customer Information

    Customer information Customer information Recording and protection of The manufacturer does not call up any vehicle data data on an accident or pass on such data to others, except: Event data recorder The vehicle has a range of highly z with the consent of the vehicle owner or - Recording and protection of vehicle developed systems which monitor and in the case of leased vehicles - with the...
  • Page 340: Index

    Index Index Anti-theft locking system ......39 Towing equipment ......222 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ... 211 Anti-theft protection ....... 18 Accessories ........88, 232 Aquaplaning .......... 216 Accessory socket ........104 Armrest ........70, 71, 106 Active head restraints ....... 21, 69 Ashtray ...........
  • Page 341 Index Control indicator ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..211 Battery ..........189, 290 Car Pass ........... 28 Airbag .......... 95, 102 Interruption Caravan/trailer towing ......188 Engine electronics ......195 of power supply ..53, 176, 182, 187 Cargo box ..........80 Exhaust ..........
  • Page 342 Index Exhaust gases ........196 Exhaust system ........188 Dashboard, see Instrument panel .... 6 Easy Load ..........81 Exterior lights delayed switch-off ..143 Data ..........28, 292 Easytronic ..........15 Exterior mirrors ....5, 6, 47, 49, 52 Date ............120 Driving programmes ......
  • Page 343 Interactive Driving System (IDS+).. 198, 200 Generator, see Alternator ..... 111 Heater ............ 169 Interior mirror ........5, 49 Genuine Opel parts and accessories ... 284 Heating .......... 150, 154 Interruption of power supply ..53, 134 Glasses compartment ......107 Seats .............
  • Page 344 Locking from the inside ......40 Catalytic converter ......197 Oils ............285 Locks ............273 Engine oil ..........285 Opel Service ........... 274 Lubricants ..........285 Fuel consumption ......191 Open&Start system .....18, 23, 32, 108 Luggage compartment Tyre pressure ........213 Operating temperature ......
  • Page 345 Index Pollen filter ..........169 Replacement keys ........28 Self-help ..........226 Power assisted steering, Reversing lamps Central locking system ......41 see electro-hydraulic power Bulb replacement ...... 260, 265 Electric sun roof ........55 assisted steering ........188 Rollover protection system ..... 59 Electric windows ........
  • Page 346 Index Transmission, Easytronic Driving programmes ......173 Tables ............. 106 Units of measure ......123, 128 Fault ............ 176 Tachometer ..........115 Unleaded fuel ........ 194, 294 Interruption of power supply .... 176 Tail lamps ..........138 Kickdown ..........174 Bulb replacement .......260, 265 Selector lever ........
  • Page 347 Index Windscreen wipers ....13, 136, 289 Winter mode Starting-off aid ........174 Winter operation Battery ..........189 Coolant, antifreeze ......287 Fuel consumption ......191 Fuel for diesel engines ....... 192 Heating ......150, 158, 162 Locks ........... 273 Tyre chains .........218, 319 Window demisting and defrosting ...
  • Page 348 Index...

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