Wiper Blade Replacement - Opel 2011 Astra J Owner's Manual

164 Vehicle care
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake
and clutch fluid 3 201.
Battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 126.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then start the
engine for a maximum of
40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than 5 seconds. If the engine
fails to start, seek the assistance of
a workshop.

Wiper blade replacement

Lift the wiper arm, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slighty angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
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