Opel Astra Twintop (2011) manual

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    Introduction .................................... 2 In brief ............................................ 6 Keys, doors and windows ............ 20 Seats, restraints ........................... 47 Storage ........................................ 67 Instruments and controls ............. 86 Lighting ...................................... 117 Infotai[...]

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    2 Introduction Introduction[...]

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    Introduction 3 Vehicle specific data Please enter your vehicle's data on the previous page to keep it easily accessible. This information is available in the sections "Service and maintenance" and "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Introduction Your vehicle is a designed combination of advanced technol[...]

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    4 Introduction 9 Warning Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury. Caution Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3 . 3 means &quo[...]

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    Introduction 5[...]

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    6 In brief In brief Initial drive information Vehicle unlocking Radio remote control Press button q to unlock the vehicle. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, push the touchpad below the handle. Saloon 4-door: Press button q on the remote control for at least 2 seconds , the boot lid opens slightly. Radio remote control 3 2[...]

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    In brief 7 Seat adjustment Seat positioning Pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position 3 49. 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. Seat backrests Turn handwheel. Do not lean on seat when adjusting. Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position 3 49, Folding front pas[...]

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    8 In brief Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination by shifting body weight. Release lever and audibly engage seat in position. Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position 3 49. Head restraint adjustment Press release button, adjust height, engage. Head restraints 3 47. Seat belt Pull out the seat belt and engage in belt buckle. The seat belt must n[...]

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    In brief 9 Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Swivel the lever on the underside to reduce dazzle. Interior mirror 3 34, Automatic anti- dazzle interior mirror 3 34. Exterior mirrors Electric adjustment Select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust. Electric adjustment 3 33, Convex exterior mirrors 3 32, Folding exterior mirrors 3 33, Heated exterio[...]

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    10 In brief[...]

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    In brief 11 Instrument panel overview 1 Light switch ........................ 117 Instrument illumination ....... 121 Rear fog light ....................... 120 Front fog lights ................... 120 Headlight range adjustment ......................... 118 2 Side air vents ...................... 133 3 Turn and lane-change signals, headlight flash[...]

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    12 In brief[...]

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    In brief 13 Exterior lighting Turn light switch 7 = Off 8 = Sidelights 9 = Headlights AUTO = Automatic light control Press light switch > = Front fog lights r = Rear fog light Lighting 3 117. Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Headlight flash = Pull lever High beam = Push lever Low beam = Push or pull lever High beam 3 118, Headlight flash [...]

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    14 In brief Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 119. Horn Press j . Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper & = fast % = slow $ = timed interval wipe or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 87, Wiper bl[...]

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    In brief 15 Windscreen and headlight washer systems Pull lever. Windscreen and headlight washer system 3 87, Washer fluid 3 166. Rear window wiper and washer systems Wipers on = push lever Wipers off = push lever again Wash = push lever and hold Rear window wipers and washer system 3 88, Wiper blade replacement 3 167, Washer fluid 3 166. Climate co[...]

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    16 In brief Demisting and defrosting the windows Air distribution to l . Set temperature control to warmest level. Set fan speed to highest level or to A . Cooling n on. Press button V . Climate control system 3 127. Transmission Manual transmission Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal and then pull up [...]

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    In brief 17 Automatic transmission P = park R = reverse N = neutral D = drive The selector lever can only be moved out of P or N when the ignition is on and the foot brake is depressed (selector lever lock). To engage P or R , push button on selector lever. The automatic transmission is available in two versions 3 139. Starting off Check before sta[...]

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    18 In brief Starting engine with Start/Stop button The electronic key must be inside the vehicle. Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N , do not accelerate, for diesel engines; press the button briefly to start preheating, move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock, wait until control indicator ! goes o[...]

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    In brief 19 ■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 163. ■ After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds, before switching off in order to protect the turbocharger. Keys, locking 3 20, Laying the vehicle up for a[...]

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    20 Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and windows Keys, locks ................................... 20 Doors ........................................... 28 Vehicle security ............................ 30 Exterior mirrors ............................ 32 Interior mirrors ............................. 34 Windows ...................................... [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 21 Used to operate: ■ Central locking system ■ Anti-theft locking system ■ Anti-theft alarm system ■ Power windows ■ Electric roof on Astra TwinTop The radio remote control has an approximate range of up to 5 metres. This range can be affected by outside influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm operation. Ha[...]

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    22 Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control synchronisation After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door lock. The radio remote control will be synchronised when you switch on the ignition. Memorised settings Whenever the key is removed from the ignition switch, the following settings are automatically rem[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 23 If the ignition has been switched off and the vehicle is stationary, the steering wheel lock activates automatically when the driver's door is opened or closed. Control indicator 0 3 101. Note Do not put the electronic key in the load compartment or in front of the Info-Display. The sensor fields in the door handles [...]

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    24 Keys, doors and windows The emergency key can only lock or unlock the driver's door. Unlocking the entire vehicle 3 25. On vehicles with anti-theft alarm system, the alarm may be triggered when the vehicle is unlocked. Deactivate the alarm by switching on the ignition. Hold the electronic key at the marked position and press the Start/Stop [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 25 To replace the battery, press the locking mechanism and remove the cap by applying light pressure. Press the cap on the other side outwards. Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), noting the installation position. Engage caps. Radio remote control synchronisation The radio remote control synchronises itself automatic[...]

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    26 Keys, doors and windows Electronic key Pull a door handle or press the button under the tailgate moulding. The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approximately 1 metre. Locking Close doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. If the driver's door is not closed properly, the central locking system will not work.[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 27 Press the m button: the doors are locked or unlocked. The LED in the button m illuminates for approx. 2 minutes after locking with the radio remote control. If the doors are locked from the inside whilst driving, the LED remains lit. If the key is in the ignition switch, locking is only possible if all doors are closed. F[...]

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    28 Keys, doors and windows Locking Insert key or emergency key 3 22 into opening above lock on inside of door and operate lock by pressing until it clicks. Then close the door. The procedure must be carried out for each door. The driver's door can also be locked from the outside with the key. The fuel filler flap and tailgate/ boot lid cannot [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 29 Note The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its ability to remain open. Central locking system 3 25 Saloon 4-door To unlock the boot lid, press button x or press button q of the remote control for at least 2 seconds, the boot lid is opened slightly. With the doors centrally locked, the [...]

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    30 Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Anti-theft locking system 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside. The system deadlocks all doors. All doors must be closed or the system cannot be activated. If the ignition was on, the driver's door must be opened and closed o[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 31 It monitors: ■ Doors, load compartment, bonnet, ■ Passenger compartment, ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised, ■ Ignition. Unlocking the vehicle deactivates both systems simultaneously. Note Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could impair the function of passenger compartment m[...]

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    32 Keys, doors and windows During the first 10 seconds of anti- theft alarm system activation: LED illuminates = Test, ignition delay LED flashes quickly = Door, load compartment or bonnet open, or system fault After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: LED flashes slowly = System active LED comes on for approx. 1 second = Sw[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 33 Electric adjustment First select the relevant exterior mirror then swivel the control to adjust. Folding For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position if they are struck with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing. Manual fol[...]

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    34 Keys, doors and windows Heated Operated by pressing the Ü button. Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time. Interior mirrors Manual anti-dazzle To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing. Automatic anti-dazzle Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automati[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 35 Windows Power windows 9 Warning Take care when operating the power windows. Risk of injury, particularly to children. If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety system for the electric windows. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they[...]

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    36 Keys, doors and windows Child safety system for rear windows Switch z can be used to activate or deactivate the switches in the rear doors. Operating windows from outside The windows can be operated remotely from outside the vehicle. Radio remote control Press q or p until all windows have opened or closed. Open&Start system To close, touch [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 37 Fault If the windows cannot be opened or closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close doors 2. Switch on ignition 3. Close the window completely and operate the button for a further 5 seconds 4. Open the window completely and operate the button for a further 1 second 5. Repeat for each window[...]

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    38 Keys, doors and windows To close roof lining: Move forward to a suitable position. When moved all the way forward, the roof lining engages in position. Note Close the sun visors before sliding the roof lining. Roof Sunroof 9 Warning Take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children. Keep a close watch on the movable [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 39 Caution When using a roof rack, check the free movement of the sunroof in order to avoid damage. It is only permitted to raise the sunroof. Note If the top of the roof is wet, tilt sunroof, allow water to run off and then open sunroof. Do not affix any stickers to sunroof. Close Hold down d until the sunroof is completely[...]

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    40 Keys, doors and windows Hold H depressed to close completely. Saloon 4-door The sunblind is manually operated. Close or open the sunblind by sliding. When the sunroof is open, the sunblind is always open. Overload If the system is overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut off for a short time. Initialising the sunroof If the sunroof and [...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 41 There must be no objects in front of the rear window or in the pivot area of the roof and boot lid. Hold button > in the roof console depressed until the roof is completely open and the boot lid is closed. An acoustic signal sounds at the end of the opening procedure. The door windows are opened slightly before the roo[...]

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    42 Keys, doors and windows ■ The load compartment blind must always be closed during roof operation. ■ There must be no one and no objects at the covers behind the rear head restraints. ■ The roof can only be operated at temperatures above -20 °C. If the temperature is below this limit, a gong will sound three times when roof operation is re[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 43 Fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the vehicle bodywork. Deployable anti-roll bars Deployable anti-roll bars are located between the rear head restraints and the boot lid. In the event of a rollover, head-on collision or side impact, the anti-roll bars deploy upwards within milliseconds. They also deploy together with th[...]

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    44 Keys, doors and windows The roof can only be opened if the load in the load compartment does not exceed the height of the load compartment blind or protrude sideways. The load height must not be exceeded. The load compartment blind must be flat; objects below it must not press it upwards. Otherwise the roof and load may be damaged. Blockage of b[...]

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    Keys, doors and windows 45 Join together the unfolded ends of the wind deflector: Press in the pin at the slider, guide the hinge over the pin and release the slider so that the pin engages in the hinge. Insert the guide clips of the wind deflector in the seat belt recesses between the rear head restraints. Pull the toggle of the right and left loc[...]

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    46 Keys, doors and windows Removing Remove in reverse order, wind deflector is completely folded down in the load compartment: ■ for tyre repair kit in the compartment below the loading floor cover ■ for version with spare wheel , place in load compartment The wind deflector must never protrude upwards or sideways above the permissible loading [...]

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    Seats, restraints 47 Seats, restraints Head restraints ............................ 47 Front seats ................................... 49 Rear seats ................................... 53 Seat belts ..................................... 54 Airbag system .............................. 57 Child restraints ............................. 60 Head restrai[...]

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    48 Seats, restraints Rear centre head restraint Pull the head restraint upwards or press the catch to release and push the head restraint downwards. Adjusting the rear head restraints, Astra TwinTop Pull the head restraint up or press both catches to release and then push the head restraint downwards. Do not place any objects on the cover behind th[...]

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    Seats, restraints 49 Note Approved accessories may only be attached to the front passenger seat head restraint if the seat is not in use. Front seats Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. ■ Sit with buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals so that leg[...]

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    50 Seats, restraints ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it supports the natural shape of the spine. Seat adjustment 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 9 Warning Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. Seat positioning Pull handle, slide seat, release handle[...]

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    Seats, restraints 51 Seat height Lever pumping motion up = seat higher down = seat lower Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination by shifting body weight. Release lever and audibly engage seat in position. Lumbar support Turn handwheel. Do not lean on backrest when adjusting.[...]

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    52 Seats, restraints Adjustable thigh support Press the button and slide the thigh support. Seat folding Lift release lever and fold backrest forwards. Slide seat forwards. To restore, slide the seat backwards. If the seat has a memory function it engages in its original position, otherwise engage seat in desired position. Move the backrest back to[...]

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    Seats, restraints 53 Heating Adjust heating to the desired setting by pressing the ß button for the respective seat one or more times with the ignition on. The control indicator in the button indicates the setting. Prolonged use of the highest setting for people with sensitive skin is not recommended. Seat heating is operational when the engine is[...]

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    54 Seats, restraints Seat belts The seat belts are locked during heavy acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle holding the occupants in the sitting position. Thereby the risk of injury is considerably reduced. 9 Warning Fasten seat belt before each trip. In the event of an accident, people not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants [...]

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    Seats, restraints 55 Three-point seat belt Fastening seat belt Withdraw the belt from the retractor, guide it untwisted across the body and insert the latch plate into the buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly whilst driving by pulling the shoulder belt. Seat belt reminder 3 96. Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not[...]

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    56 Seats, restraints Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. Do not adjust while driving. Removing seat belt To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat belts on rear seats Lead seat belts of the outer seats through holders at the side if they are not being used. The se[...]

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    Seats, restraints 57 Airbag system The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered the airbag inflates within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision. 9 Warning If handled improperly the airbag systems can be triggered in an explos[...]

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    58 Seats, restraints There is also a warning label on the side of the instrument panel, visible when the front passenger door is open. The front airbag system is triggered in the event of a front-end impact of a certain severity. The ignition needs to be switched on. The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to th[...]

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    Seats, restraints 59 The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side-on collision considerably. 9 Warning Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. Note Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle. Be careful not to c[...]

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    60 Seats, restraints Identified by a label on the lower panel of the front passenger seat and by control indicator y , which illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on. The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the passenger front and side airbag if the front passenger seat is not occupied or is fitted with an Opel c[...]

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    Seats, restraints 61 Children under the age of 12 years that are smaller than 150 cm are only allowed to travel in a restraint system that is suitable for the child. Suitable are restraint systems that comply with ECE 44-03 or ECE 44-04. Since a proper position of the belt is rarely possible with a child that is smaller than 150 cm, we strongly adv[...]

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    62 Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system Weight and age class On front passenger seat 1) On outer rear seats On centre rear seat 2) Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years B 1 , ++ U, + U Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to [...]

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    Seats, restraints 63 Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg E ISO/R1 IL IL X Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 IL IL X D ISO/R2 IL IL X C ISO/R3 X IL 3) X Group I: 9 to 18 kg D ISO/R2 IL IL X C ISO/R3 X IL 3[...]

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    64 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 – ISO/F2X = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children[...]

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    Seats, restraints 65 Isofix child restraint systems Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX child restraint systems to the ISOFIX mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system positions are marked in the table by IL. ISOFIX mounting brackets are indicated by a label on the backrest. Top-tether child restraint systems Top-tether fastening[...]

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    66 Seats, restraints Note There must be no objects (e.g. plastic sheet or heating mats) between the seat and the child restraint system. Seat occupancy recognition 3 59.[...]

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    Storage 67 Storage Storage compartments ................ 67 Load compartment ....................... 68 Roof rack system ......................... 83 Loading information ..................... 84 Storage compartments Glovebox The glovebox features a pen holder and a place to store coins. The glovebox shelf can be removed: Disengage the shelf by pull[...]

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    68 Storage Sunglasses storage Fold down and open. Do not use for storing heavy objects. Armrest storage Storage in the front armrest To open, press button and open upper part of armrest. Load compartment Load compartment extension, Saloon 3-door / 5-door Folding down rear backrests Push head restraints all the way down or remove 3 47. Slide front s[...]

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    Storage 69 Folding down centre backrests Push head restraint down as far as possible 3 47. Disengage backrest using lever and fold onto seat cushion. Before restoring backrest to an upright position, guide the seat belt through the belt guides to protect against damage. Move rear seat backrests upright and allow locking mechanisms to engage audibly[...]

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    70 Storage To prevent damage, put the seat belts in the guides by the release button. When the backrests are folded, the seat belts are extended with them. Disengage the backrest (single or split) using the release button on one or both sides and fold it down onto the seat cushion. If the vehicle is to be loaded from a rear door, remove safety belt[...]

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    Storage 71 Remove rear outer head restraints and push centre head restraint all the way down 3 47. Stow the removed head restraints in the cavity below the raised seat cushions. Disengage backrest (one-piece or split) using release button, fold forward and engage. Folding down centre backrests Push head restraint down as far as possible 3 47. Disen[...]

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    72 Storage Before restoring backrest to an upright position, guide the seat belt through the belt guides to protect against damage. Press release button and move rear seat backrests upright, ensuring locking mechanisms engage audibly. With the seat cushions raised: insert head restraints in backrests and adjust 3 47. Fold back seat cushions, making[...]

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    Storage 73 The cover behind the armrest can be locked from load compartment: horizontal position = locked vertical position = unlocked Stowage in the load compartment, Station wagon There is a stowage compartment at the right side of the load compartment. The fuse box is on the left side behind the cover in the load compartment side panelling 3 187[...]

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    74 Storage Pull the cover towards the rear using the handle and engage it in the retainers at the sides. To cover the gap between the load compartment cover and the rear backrests, there is a cover on the cartridge. Attach the two hooks of the cover to the head restraint guide rods. If the safety net is mounted, run the hooks through the net mesh. [...]

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    Storage 75 The roof can only be operated with the blind engaged in the recess. Load rails and hooks On Station wagon, install the hooks in the desired position in the rails: insert the hook in the upper groove on the rail and press in the lower groove. Lashing eyes The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.g. using lashing s[...]

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    76 Storage Variable partition net Insert an adapter into each rail: fold open the handle plate, insert adapter into upper and lower groove of rail and move to required position. Turn handle plate upwards to lock the adapter. The rods of the net must be extended before inserting into the adapters: pull out all of the end pieces and lock by rotating [...]

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    Storage 77 Loading assist On TwinTop: The loading aid Easy Load makes it possible to comfortably load the load compartment when the roof is open. Pressing the loading aid button will raise the roof folded up in the load compartment 25 cm. This enlarges the load opening of the load compartment. ■ Open the boot lid ■ Unhook load compartment blind[...]

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    78 Storage Note ■ Do not place objects on or near the load compartment blind ■ The folded roof can only be lowered when the blind is closed. Otherwise, a warning buzzer will sound three times ■ The movement of the tilted roof can be stopped by pressing the loading aid button and another longer press reverses the direction of the movement ■ [...]

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    Storage 79 Behind the rear seats Adjust strap length on safety net by attaching the upper hook to the eye of the strap and attach to eyes in the right and left of the floor. Behind front seats Adjust strap length on safety net by attaching the upper hook to the eye of the strap and attach to eyes in the right and left of the floor. Remove rear oute[...]

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    80 Storage Load compartment grille To transport long objects, part of the load compartment grille behind the passenger seat can be opened: Release passenger seat back and fold forward. Press bracket down and fold grille section up. Lock grille in open position. To close the grille section from the open position, push bracket down, fold down grille [...]

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    Storage 81 For vehicles with cargo box: Lift the warning triangle with the right half of the cargo box. Pull out the warning triangle to the right. Saloon 4-door Attach the warning triangle and first aid kit in the load compartment against the panel on the right using two straps. Station wagon, Van Stow the warning triangle in the space in the tail[...]

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    82 Storage Saloon 4-door Attach the warning triangle and first aid kit in the load compartment against the panel on the right using two straps. Station wagon Fasten the first-aid kit to the left load compartment wall with a retaining strap. Van Place first aid kit in stowage compartment behind the driver's seat. To open the cover, press the lo[...]

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    Storage 83 TwinTop Store the first-aid kit in the recess behind the strap in the left load compartment wall. Roof rack system Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. Roof loads are not permitted on the Astra TwinTop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof [...]

  • Page 84

    84 Storage Loading information ■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Ensure the backrests are securely engaged. If objects can be stacked, the heavier objects should be placed at the bottom. ■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 75. ■ Secure loose objects in load compart[...]

  • Page 85

    Storage 85 conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. The permissible roof load is 75 kg and 100 kg for Station wagon with roof railing. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load.[...]

  • Page 86

    86 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Controls ....................................... 86 Warning lights, gauges and indicators ..................................... 93 Information displays ................... 102 Vehicle messages ...................... 109 Trip computer ............................. 112 Controls Steering wheel adjus[...]

  • Page 87

    Instruments and controls 87 Horn Press j . Windscreen wiper/washer Windscreen wiper The lever always springs back to its original position. & = fast % = slow $ = adjustable timed interval wipe § = Off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Run through the windscreen wiper stages by pushing the lever past the [...]

  • Page 88

    88 Instruments and controls After turning on the ignition and setting the lever to $ , the interval is set to 6 seconds. Automatic wiping with rain sensor $ = Automatic wiping with rain sensor The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and automatically regulates the frequency of the windscreen wipers. Keep the sensor free from d[...]

  • Page 89

    Instruments and controls 89 Do not use if the rear window is frozen. Switch off in car washes. The rear screen wiper comes on automatically when the windscreen wiper is switched on and reverse gear is engaged. Outside temperature A drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. If outside temperatures dro[...]

  • Page 90

    90 Instruments and controls Set date and time in Triple-Info-Display 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. Automatic time synchronisation The RDS signal[...]

  • Page 91

    Instruments and controls 91 Connecting electrical accessories while the engine is off will discharge the battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 Watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839. Do not connect any current-delivering [...]

  • Page 92

    92 Instruments and controls Ashtray, front Press ashtray cover to open. To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray insert and pull upwards. Ashtray, rear Pull out by pushing on one of the sides. To empty, press spring and pull the ashtray straight out rearwards.[...]

  • Page 93

    Instruments and controls 93 Warning lights, gauges and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. Odometer The bottom line displays the recorded distance. Trip odometer The top line displays the counted kilom[...]

  • Page 94

    94 Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Displays the fuel level in the tank depending on the operation mode. Control indicator Y illuminates if the level in the tank is low. Refuel immediately if it flashes. Never run the tank dry. Because of the fuel remaining in the tank, the top-up quantity may be less than the specified tank capacity. Service di[...]

  • Page 95

    Instruments and controls 95[...]

  • Page 96

    96 Instruments and controls Turn signal O illuminates or flashes green. Illuminates The control indicator illuminates briefly when the parking lights are switched on. Flashes The control indicator flashes if a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a direction indicator lamp or associated fuse, failure [...]

  • Page 97

    Instruments and controls 97 9 Danger If a child restraint system is fitted and the control indicator is not illuminated while driving, the front and side airbag for the front passenger seat are not deactivated. Flashes Fault in system or child restraint system with transponders defective or improperly fitted 3 59. 9 Danger Flashing of the control i[...]

  • Page 98

    98 Instruments and controls Flashes with switched on ignition Fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started 3 32. Switch off the ignition and repeat the start attempt. If the control indicator continues flashing, attempt to start the engine using the spare key and seek the assistance of a workshop. Brake and clutch system R illumina[...]

  • Page 99

    Instruments and controls 99 Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 153. Electronic Stability Program v flashes or illuminates yellow. Illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. Flashes whilst driving The system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked automatically to a small degree 3 150. Illuminat[...]

  • Page 100

    100 Instruments and controls Control indicator illuminates yellow Fault in system or tyre without pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). Consult a workshop. Flashes Flashes three times to indicate system initialisation. Deflation detection system 3 194, tyre pressure monitoring system 3 193. Interactive driving system, continuous damping contr[...]

  • Page 101

    Instruments and controls 101 Illuminates Level in fuel tank too low. Flashes Fuel used up. Refuel immediately. Never run the tank dry. Catalytic converter 3 139. Bleeding the diesel fuel system 3 167. Open&Start system 0 illuminates or flashes yellow. Flashes The electronic key is no more within the reception range of the vehicle interior. The [...]

  • Page 102

    102 Instruments and controls Fog light > illuminates green. Illuminates when the front fog lights are on 3 120. Rear fog light r illuminates yellow. Illuminates when the rear fog light is on 3 120. Cruise control m illuminates green. Illuminates when the system is on 3 152. Door open Q illuminates red. Illuminates when a door or the tailgate is [...]

  • Page 103

    Instruments and controls 103 Select using the Infotainment system buttons In the Settings menu, use the OK button to call up the required function. Use the arrow buttons to change settings. In the BC menu, use the OK button to call up the required function. Use the OK button to operate the stop watch or restart measurement and calculation. Select u[...]

  • Page 104

    104 Instruments and controls Automatic time synchronisation The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. This can be identified by } in the display. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Deactivate ( Clock Sync.Off ) or activate ( Clock [...]

  • Page 105

    Instruments and controls 105 Setting units of measure Select the required unit of measurement with the arrow buttons. Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display Displays time, outside temperature, date or Infotainment system (when it is on) and electronic climate control system. The Color-Info-Display displays the information in colour. The type of [...]

  • Page 106

    106 Instruments and controls Select menu items via the menus and using the Infotainment system buttons. The OK button is used to select the highlighted item or confirm a command. To exit a menu, press the right or left arrow button until Return or Main appear and select. Selecting with the multifunction control Turn the multifunction control to hig[...]

  • Page 107

    Instruments and controls 107 System settings Press the Main button of the Infotainment system. Press the Settings button on the Infotainment system. For Infotainment system CD 30, no menu may be selected. Setting date and time Select menu item Time, Date from the Settings menu. Select the required menu items and make settings. Automatic time synchr[...]

  • Page 108

    108 Instruments and controls Selection is indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. In systems with voice output, when the language setting of the display is changed the system will ask whether the announcement language should also be changed - see Infotainment system manual. Setting units of measure Select menu item Units from the Settings menu.[...]

  • Page 109

    Instruments and controls 109 Always day design: black or coloured text on light background. Always night design: white or coloured text on dark background. Selection is indicated by a o in front of the menu item. Ignition logic See Infotainment system manual. Vehicle messages Messages are given via the instrument panel display or as warning and sig[...]

  • Page 110

    110 Instruments and controls ■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not closed during roof operation. ■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not fully open during operation of the load compartment loading aid. ■ Gong tone during roof operation if vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h. ■ Gong tone when vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h if the roof is not fully open or [...]

  • Page 111

    Instruments and controls 111 Lighting Important exterior lights, including cables and fuses, are monitored. In trailer mode, trailer lighting is also monitored. Trailers with LED lighting must have an adapter that enables light monitoring as with conventional bulbs. The failed lighting will be indicated in the information display or the message InS[...]

  • Page 112

    112 Instruments and controls Trip computer Trip computer in Board- Info-Display Access the data by pressing the BC button on the Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel. Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Once an audio function has been selected, the lower row of the trip computer function i[...]

  • Page 113

    Instruments and controls 113 Range is calculated from current fuel tank content and current consumption. The display shows average values. After refuelling, the range updates automatically after a brief delay. When the fuel level in the tank is low, the message Range appears in the display. When the fuel tank is nearly empty, the message Refuel! ap[...]

  • Page 114

    114 Instruments and controls Range Range is calculated from current fuel tank content and current consumption. The display shows average values. After refuelling, the range is updated automatically after a brief delay. When the fuel level in the tank is low, the message Range appears in the display. When the fuel tank is nearly empty, the message P[...]

  • Page 115

    Instruments and controls 115 Absolute consumption Displays fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average consumption Displays average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Restart trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer information can be restarted: ■ Distance, ■ Average sp[...]

  • Page 116

    116 Instruments and controls Stop watch Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer menu. To start, select menu item Start . To stop, select menu item Stop . To reset, select menu item Reset . The relevant stop watch display can be selected in the Options menu: Driving Time excl. Stops The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. Stationary ti[...]

  • Page 117

    Lighting 117 Lighting Exterior lighting .......................... 117 Interior lighting ........................... 121 Lighting features ........................ 122 Exterior lighting Light switch Turn light switch: 7 = Off 8 = Sidelights 9 = Headlights Control indicator 8 3 101. If the ignition is switched off with the headlights on, only the si[...]

  • Page 118

    118 Lighting High beam To switch from low to high beam, push lever. To switch to low beam, push lever again or pull. Headlight flash To activate the headlight flash, pull lever. Headlight range adjustment Manual headlight range adjustment To adapt headlight range to the vehicle load to prevent dazzling: Press knob to disengage and turn to required [...]

  • Page 119

    Lighting 119 However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming traffic. Vehicles with halogen headlight system Have the headlights adjusted by a workshop. Vehicles with adaptive forward lighting Adapting the aim of the headlight beam: 1. Pull lever and hol[...]

  • Page 120

    120 Lighting Turn and lane-change signals Lever up = right turn signal Lever down = left turn signal The lever always springs back to its original position. If the lever is moved past the resistance point, the turn signal is switched on constantly. When the steering wheel moves back, the turn signal is automatically deactivated. For three flashes, [...]

  • Page 121

    Lighting 121 When parked, the parking light on one side can be activated: 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO . 2. Ignition off. 3. Move turn signal lever all the way up (right parking light) or down (left parking light). Confirmed by a signal and the corresponding turn signal control indicator. To switch it off, switch on the ignition or move the tur[...]

  • Page 122

    122 Lighting Courtesy lights and rear reading lights Operated with switch. I = on 0 = off centre = automatic Reading lights Operated with a buttons or switch. I = on 0 = off centre = automatic Sunvisor lights The lighting switches on when the cover is opened. Lighting features Centre console lighting Spotlight in interior mirror housing. Daylight-d[...]

  • Page 123

    Lighting 123 Exit lighting Headlights and reversing lights come on for approx. 30 seconds after the system is activated and the driver's door is closed. Activating 1. Switch off ignition. 2. Remove ignition key. 3. Open driver's door. 4. Pull turn signal lever. 5. Close driver's door. If the driver's door is not closed the light[...]

  • Page 124

    124 Infotainment system Infotainment system Introduction ................................ 124 Radio ......................................... 124 Audio players ............................. 125 Rear seat infotainment .............. 125 Phone ........................................ 125 Introduction Operation The Infotainment system is operated as d[...]

  • Page 125

    Infotainment system 125 Audio players Auxiliary devices An external audio source such as a portable CD player can be connected using a 3.5 mm jack plug via the AUX input. Always keep the AUX input clean and dry. Rear seat infotainment Rear seat audio system Twin Audio allows the choice between the audio source played on the Infotainment system or a[...]

  • Page 126

    126 Infotainment system Seek advice on predetermined installation points for the external antenna or equipment holder and ways of using devices with a transmission power exceeding 10 Watts. Use of a handsfree attachment without external antenna with mobile telephone standards GSM 900/1800/1900 and UMTS is only permitted if the maximum transmission [...]

  • Page 127

    Climate control 127 Climate control Climate control systems ............. 127 Air vents ..................................... 133 Maintenance .............................. 134 Climate control systems Heating and ventilation system Controls for: ■ Air distribution ■ Temperature ■ Fan speed Heated rear window Ü 3 37. Air distribution L = to h[...]

  • Page 128

    128 Climate control ■ Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. ■ For simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air distribution control to J . Air conditioning system In addition to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system has: n = Cooling 4 = Air recirculation Cooling n Operated with the n b[...]

  • Page 129

    Climate control 129 ■ Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. ■ For simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air distribution control to J . Automatic climate control system Controls for: ■ Air distribution ■ Temperature ■ Fan speed n = Cooling 4 = Air recirculation V = Demisting and defrosting Heated rear [...]

  • Page 130

    130 Climate control The air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) when outside temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle. If no cooling or drying is required, switch the cooling system off to save fuel. Air recirculation system 4 The air recirculation mode is operated with th[...]

  • Page 131

    Climate control 131 Heated rear window Ü 3 37. The preselected temperature is automatically regulated. In the automatic mode the fan speed and air distribution automatically regulate the air flow. The system can be manually adapted by use of air distribution and air flow controls. Data is shown on the Info-Display. Setting modifications are briefl[...]

  • Page 132

    132 Climate control Individual menu items are marked by turning the centre control and selected by pressing it. To exit a menu, turn the centre control until Return or Main appear and select. Air distribution Turn the centre control. The Air distribut. menu is activated, showing the possible air distribution settings: Top = to windscreen and front [...]

  • Page 133

    Climate control 133 Air conditioning with the engine not running When ignition is off, the residual heat or cooling in the system can be used for climate control in passenger compartment. Press the AUTO button with the ignition off. Residual air conditioning on will appear briefly in the display. Residual climate control can only operate for a limi[...]

  • Page 134

    134 Climate control Maintenance Air intake The air intakes in front of the windscreen in the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt or snow. Pollen filter The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen and spores from the air entering the vehicle through the air intake. Air conditioning regular operation In [...]

  • Page 135

    Driving and operating 135 Driving and operating Driving hints ............................... 135 Starting and operating ............... 135 Engine exhaust .......................... 138 Automatic transmission .............. 139 Manual transmission .................. 144 Manual transmission automated .................................. 145 Brakes ..[...]

  • Page 136

    136 Driving and operating Ignition switch positions 0 = Ignition off 1 = Steering wheel lock released, ignition off 2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine: preheating 3 = Starting Starting the engine Starting engine with ignition switch Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N , do not accelerate; for diesel engines, turn the key to p[...]

  • Page 137

    Driving and operating 137 To repeat the starting procedure or to switch off the engine, press the button again. Starting the vehicle at low temperatures The start of the engine without additional heaters is possible down to -25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °C for petrol engines. Required is an engine oil with the correct viscosity, the correct [...]

  • Page 138

    138 Driving and operating Engine exhaust 9 Danger Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows. Have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop. Avoid driving with an open load compartment, otherwise e[...]

  • Page 139

    Driving and operating 139 The control indicator ! extinguishes as soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete. Catalytic converter The catalytic converter reduces the amount of harmful substances in the exhaust gases. Caution Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 154, 3 218 could damage the catalytic converter or electronic components.[...]

  • Page 140

    140 Driving and operating Selector lever P = park position, Front wheels locked, engage only when the vehicle is stationary and the parking brake is applied R = reverse gear, engage only when vehicle is stationary N = neutral D = automatic mode with all gears The selector lever can only be moved out of P or N when the ignition is on and the foot br[...]

  • Page 141

    Driving and operating 141 Do not accelerate while engaging a gear. Never depress the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the same time. When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly begins to creep when the brake is released. Gears 3, 2, 1 3, 2, 1 = Transmission does not shift above the selected gear. Press button on selector lever to engage 3 or 1 .[...]

  • Page 142

    142 Driving and operating No automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at a high engine speed. For reasons of safety, kickdown is also available in manual mode. Electronic driving programmes ■ Following a cold start, the operating temperature programme increases engine speed to quickly bring the catalytic converter to the required temperatu[...]

  • Page 143

    Driving and operating 143 Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed past the pressure point, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed. Fault In the event of a fault, A illuminates. The transmission no longer shifts automatically. Continued travel is possible with manual shifting. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a[...]

  • Page 144

    144 Driving and operating 3. Push the yellow catch forward with a screwdriver and move the selector lever out of P . 4. Mount selector lever trim on centre console and refit. Reselecting P causes locking again. Have a workshop eliminate the cause of the power loss. Manual transmission To engage reverse, with the vehicle stationary wait 3 seconds af[...]

  • Page 145

    Driving and operating 145 Manual transmission automated The Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic gear shifting (automatic mode), both with automatic clutch control. Transmission display Shows the mode and current gear. The display flashes for a few seconds when A , M or R is selected with the engine running and the foot[...]

  • Page 146

    146 Driving and operating Starting off Depress the foot brake and move the selector lever to A , + or - . The transmission is in automatic mode and first gear is engaged. If R is selected, reverse gear is engaged. The vehicle starts to move when the brake is released. To start off without depressing the foot brake, accelerate immediately after enga[...]

  • Page 147

    Driving and operating 147 ■ The adaptive programme tailors gearshifting to the driving conditions, e.g. greater load or gradients. ■ When Sport mode is engaged, shift times are reduced and the transmission shifts at higher engine speeds (unless cruise control is on). Sport mode 3 151. Winter programme T Activate the Winter programme if you have[...]

  • Page 148

    148 Driving and operating A illuminates in the event of a fault. Continued driving is possible. Manual mode cannot be used for shifting. If F appears in the transmission display, continued driving is not possible. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Interruption of power supply The clutch is not disengaged if there is an interruptio[...]

  • Page 149

    Driving and operating 149 Caution Towing the vehicle and starting the engine is not permitted when the clutch has been disengaged in this way, although the vehicle can be moved a short distance. Seek the immediate assistance of a workshop. Brakes The brake system comprises two independent brake circuits. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can st[...]

  • Page 150

    150 Driving and operating Fault 9 Warning If there is a fault in the ABS, the wheels may be liable to lock due to braking that is heavier than normal. The advantages of ABS are no longer available. During hard braking, the vehicle can no longer be steered and may swerve. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Parking brake Always apply[...]

  • Page 151

    Driving and operating 151 9 Warning Do not let this special safety feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. Adapt speed to the road conditions. Control indicator v 3 99. Deactivation ESP® Plus can be deactivated when Sport mode is engaged for high- performance driving: Hold the SPORT button depressed for about 4 seconds. Control indicator[...]

  • Page 152

    152 Driving and operating Winter programme activation not possible. Deactivation Briefly press the SPORT button. Sport mode is deactivated the next time the ignition is switched on or if the Winter programme is activated. Continuous damping control Continuous damping control (CDC) changes suspension with damping adaptation of each shock absorber to[...]

  • Page 153

    Driving and operating 153 With automatic transmission or manual transmission automated, only activate cruise control in automatic mode. Control indicator m 3 102. Activation Briefly press the m button: the current speed is stored and maintained. Vehicle speed can be increased by depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is releas[...]

  • Page 154

    154 Driving and operating Note Attached parts in the detection area cause system malfunction. Activation When reverse gear is engaged, the system switches itself on automatically. The system can also be activated at low speed by pressing the r button. An obstacle is indicated by buzzers. The interval between the buzzers becomes shorter as the vehic[...]

  • Page 155

    Driving and operating 155 fuels with a biodiesel (= FAME according to EN14214) content of max. 7% by volume (like DIN 51628 or equivalent standards) may be used. Do not use marine diesel oils, heating oils or entirely or partially plant-based diesel fuels, such as rape seed oil or bio diesel, Aquazole and similar diesel-water emulsions. Diesel fuel[...]

  • Page 156

    156 Driving and operating The fuel filler cap can be retained in the bracket on the fuel filler flap. Caution Wipe off any overflowing fuel immediately. Fuel filler cap Only a genuine fuel filler cap provides full functionality. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. Fuel consumption - CO 2 - Emissions The determination of fuel cons[...]

  • Page 157

    Driving and operating 157 Towing General information 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. Fitting o[...]

  • Page 158

    158 Driving and operating The permissible gross train weight must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate 3 214. Vertical coupling load The vertical coupling load is the load exerted by the trailer on the coupling ball. It can be varied by changing the weight distribution when loading the trailer. The maximum permissib[...]

  • Page 159

    Driving and operating 159 Fitting the coupling ball bar Fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the hole for the coupling ball bar and stow it in the load compartment. Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ Red marking on rotary knob must point towards white marking on coupling ball bar. ■ The gap between the rotary knob [...]

  • Page 160

    160 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar in the opening and push firmly upwards until it audibly engages. The rotary handle snaps back into its original position resting against the coupling ball bar without a gap. 9 Warning Do not touch rotary handle during insertion. Lock the coupling ball bar by turning the key to positio[...]

  • Page 161

    Driving and operating 161 Trailer stability assist If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. Trailer stability assistant (TSA) is a function of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP® Plus ) 3 150.[...]

  • Page 162

    162 Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information ................... 162 Vehicle checks ........................... 163 Bulb replacement ....................... 168 Electrical system ........................ 183 Vehicle tools .............................. 190 Wheels and tyres ....................... 190 Jump starting .............................[...]

  • Page 163

    Vehicle care 163 ■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Be aware that all systems are non-operational, e.g. the anti- theft alarm system. Putting back into operation The following must be done if the vehicle is put back into operation: ■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Activa[...]

  • Page 164

    164 Vehicle care Pull the release lever and return it to its original position. Lift the safety catch upwards and open the bonnet. Air intake 3 134. Secure the bonnet support. Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch. Check that the bonnet is engaged. Engine oil Check[...]

  • Page 165

    Vehicle care 165 When the engine oil level has dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil. We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Capacities 3 243. Fit the cap on straight and[...]

  • Page 166

    166 Vehicle care 9 Warning Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. Top up with antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, use clean tap water or distilled water. Install the cap tightly. Have the antifreeze concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a work[...]

  • Page 167

    Vehicle care 167 Only use high-performance brake fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake and clutch fluid 3 166. 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 electri[...]

  • Page 168

    168 Vehicle care Wiper blades on the windscreen Lift the wiper arm, tilt wiper blade at a 90° to the wiper arm and remove to the side. Wiper blade on the rear window Lift the wiper arm. Disengage the wiper blade and remove. Bulb replacement Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the b[...]

  • Page 169

    Vehicle care 169 To replace bulbs on the right side of the engine compartment, detach the air hose from the air filter. On the left side, detach the plug to the fuse box. Halogen headlights Headlights have separate systems for high beam 1 (inner bulbs) and low beam 2 (outer bulbs). Low beam 1. Replace bulbs through the opening in the wheel housing.[...]

  • Page 170

    170 Vehicle care 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 6. Rotate bulb carrier to the right as far as it will go. 7. Install protective cover. 8. Close the opening in the wheel housing with the cover. High beam 1. Access to the bulbs is through the engine compartment. 2. Remove protective[...]

  • Page 171

    Vehicle care 171 4. Remove bulb from socket and renew the bulb. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Install the headlamp protective cover. Xenon headlights Headlamps have separate systems for low beam 1 (inner bulbs) and high beam 2 (outer bulbs). Low beam 9 Danger Low beam works under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced[...]

  • Page 172

    172 Vehicle care 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from the reflector. 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. 6. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on the bulb holder engage in the recesses in the reflector. 7. Rotate bulb holder to the right as far as it will go. 8. Place protective cover in position and clo[...]

  • Page 173

    Vehicle care 173 3. Remove parking light socket from reflector. 4. Remove bulb from socket and renew bulb. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Place protective cap in position and close. Fog lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Front turn signal lights 1. Replace the bulbs through the opening in the wheel housing. 2. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwi[...]

  • Page 174

    174 Vehicle care Tail lights Saloon 5-door 1. To change the bulbs on the right side, use a coin to open the lock and fold down the cover. To change bulbs on the left side, use a coin to turn both locks and fold down the cover 3 187. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Vehic[...]

  • Page 175

    Vehicle care 175 6. Remove and renew the bulb. Reverse light ( 1 ) Turn signal light ( 2 ) Reverse light/brake light ( 3 ) Reverse light ( 4 ) Fog light, may be only on one side ( 5 ) 7. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing, ensuring that it properly engages. 8. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 9. Insert the bul[...]

  • Page 176

    176 Vehicle care 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Vehicle tools 3 190. 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 5. Remove seal from the fastening bolt. Press the locking tabs on the outside of the bulb holder outward and remove the bulb holder. 6. Remove and renew the bulb. Reverse light ( 1 ) Turn signal light ([...]

  • Page 177

    Vehicle care 177 8. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 9. Insert the bulb housing in the body, engaging the lug and the ball pin in the recesses. Tighten the fastening nuts using a wheel bolt wrench. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the flap. Saloon 4-door 1. To replace bulbs, fold up cover in load co[...]

  • Page 178

    178 Vehicle care 4. Press tail lights back, holding the bulb housing from the outside. Remove plug from bulb carrier. 5. Press out six locking catches on the bulb housing and remove bulb carrier. 6. Remove and renew the bulb. Brake light ( 1 ) Reverse light ( 2 ) Fog light, may be only on one side ( 3 ) Turn signal light ( 4 ) Reverse light ( 5 ) 7[...]

  • Page 179

    Vehicle care 179 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Loosen fastening nuts and remove the bulb housing rearwards. 4. Unscrew the three screws with a screwdriver and remove the bulb holder. Vehicle tools 3 190. 5. Remove and renew the bulb. Reverse light/brake light ( 1 ) Turn signal light ( 2 ) Reverse light ( 3 ) Fog light, may be only o[...]

  • Page 180

    180 Vehicle care TwinTop 1. Unscrew retaining nuts. 2. Remove bulb housing from outside. Disengage plug by pressing on flap and remove from bulb holder. 3. Detach seal from bulb holder. 4. Disengage sockets by turning and remove. Press locking tabs on the long sides of the bulb holder outwards; lift bulb holder at front end and remove. 5. Remove an[...]

  • Page 181

    Vehicle care 181 7. Fit seal on bulb holder. Ensure that the seal is flat in the area of the screws. 8. Engage plug. Insert bulb housing in body, ensuring proper positioning of the ball pins in the recesses. Tighten the retaining nuts. Side turn signal lights Have the bulbs replaced by a workshop. Number plate light 1. Insert a screwdriver in the h[...]

  • Page 182

    182 Vehicle care 4. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise to disengage. 5. Remove bulb from holder and renew bulb. 6. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and rotate clockwise. 7. Connect wiring plug to bulb holder. 8. Insert and engage bulb housing. Interior lights Front courtesy light, reading lights 1. Disengage lens, press it slightly downwards and r[...]

  • Page 183

    Vehicle care 183 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Install lamp. Instrument panel illumination Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match data on the defective fuse. The vehicle has two fuse boxes: one behind a cover on the left side of the load comp[...]

  • Page 184

    184 Vehicle care Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Engine compartment fuse box Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and tilt it sideways. Open the cover upwards and remove. The fuse box has two different fuse assignments depending on the load compartment fuse box var[...]

  • Page 185

    Vehicle care 185 Fuse assignments in conjunction with load compartment fuse box version A No. Circuit 1 ABS 2 ABS 3 Interior fan climate control system 4 Interior fan, heating, air conditioning system 5 Radiator fan 6 Radiator fan 7 Central locking system 8 Windscreen washer system, tailgate 9 Heated rear window, heated exterior mirror 10 Diagnosti[...]

  • Page 186

    186 Vehicle care No. Circuit 27 Heating, air conditioning system 28 – 29 Power steering 30 Engine electronics 31 Rear window wiper 32 Brake light switch 33 Headlight range adjustment, light switch, clutch switch, instrument, driver's door module 34 Control unit, steering column module 35 Infotainment system 36 Cigarette lighter, front power [...]

  • Page 187

    Vehicle care 187 No. Circuit 29 Transmission electronics 30 Engine electronics 31 Adaptive forward fighting, headlight range adjustment 32 Brake system, air conditioning system, clutch switch 33 Adaptive forward lighting, headlight range adjustment, light switch 34 Control unit, steering column module 35 Infotainment system 36 Mobile telephone, Inf[...]

  • Page 188

    188 Vehicle care No. Circuit 1 Fog light 2 – 3 Load compartment power outlet 4 Reversing lights 5 Rear power windows 6 Air conditioning system 7 Front power windows 8 Heated exterior mirrors Fuse box version B No. Circuit 1 Front power windows 2 – 3 Instruments 4 Heating, air conditioning system, electronic climate control 5 Airbags 6 – 7 –[...]

  • Page 189

    Vehicle care 189 No. Circuit 16 Seat occupancy recognition, Open&Start system 17 Rain sensor, tyre pressure monitoring system, interior mirror 18 Instruments, switches 19 – 20 CDC 21 Heated exterior mirrors 22 Sun roof 23 Rear power windows 24 Diagnostics plug 25 – 26 Electrical foldable exterior mirrors 27 Ultrasonic sensor, anti-theft ala[...]

  • Page 190

    190 Vehicle care Vehicle tools Tools Vehicles with tyre repair set The tool kit and tyre repair set are in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment. Vehicles with spare wheel The jack and tool kit are in a stowage compartment in the boot below the spare wheel. Spare wheel 3 200 TwinTop The tools for emergency operation of[...]

  • Page 191

    Vehicle care 191 Astra OPC "Nürburgring Edition" with tyres 225/40 ZR 18 This model is factory-fitted with high- performance sports tyres, size 225/40 ZR 18. These tyres are approved for use on public roads but have typical racing characteristics and a correspondingly shallow tread. The tyres provide sportily oriented and experienced dri[...]

  • Page 192

    192 Vehicle care Do not use a tyre repair kit. The ECO tyre pressure must not be used. Run-flat tyres must not be combined with standard tyres. If converting to standard tyres, note that the vehicle is not equipped with a spare wheel or tyre repair kit. Driving with a damaged tyre A loss in tyre pressure is indicated by the tyre pressure monitoring[...]

  • Page 193

    Vehicle care 193 On vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system, screw the adapter to the valve. Tyre pressure 3 244 and on the label on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The tyre pressure data refer to cold tyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres. Always inflate the spare wheel to the pressure specified for full load. The ECO tyre pressur[...]

  • Page 194

    194 Vehicle care Tyre deflation detection system The tyre deflation detection system continually checks the rotation speed of all four tyres. If a tyre loses pressure the control indicator w illuminates red. Stop immediately and check tyre pressure. Control indicator w 3 99. System initialisation After tyre pressure correction or wheel change, the [...]

  • Page 195

    Vehicle care 195 9 Warning Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels may lead to accidents and will invalidate the vehicle type approval. Wheel covers Wheel covers and tyres that are factory approved for the respective vehicle and comply with all of the relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used. If the wheel covers and tyres used are no[...]

  • Page 196

    196 Vehicle care Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread can be repaired with the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies from the tyres. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is near the rim cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit. 9 Warning Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Do not use for a lengthy period. Steering and handling may [...]

  • Page 197

    Vehicle care 197 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant bottle is upright. 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve. 8. The switch on the compressor [...]

  • Page 198

    198 Vehicle care tyre is too badly damaged. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Drain excess tyre pressure with the button over the pressure indicator. Do not run the compressor longer than 10 minutes. 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the filler hose to the free connection on the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant leakage. Stow the tyre repa[...]

  • Page 199

    Vehicle care 199 ■ On the Astra TwinTop, the roof must be closed before the vehicle is raised. ■ Never change more than one wheel at once. ■ Use the jack only to change wheels. ■ If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cm thick) should be placed under the jack. ■ No people or animals may be in the veh[...]

  • Page 200

    200 Vehicle care 3. Ensure the jack is positioned correctly with the vehicle jacking points. 4. Set the jack to the necessary height before positioning it directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. Attach jack handle and with the jack correctly aligned rotate handle until wheel is clear of the ground. 5. Unscrew th[...]

  • Page 201

    Vehicle care 201 The spare wheel well is not designed for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel wider than the spare must be stowed in the spare wheel well after changing wheels, the floor cover can be placed on the projecting wheel. This must be taken into consideration when the load compartment is being loaded, particularly with the Astra TwinTop [...]

  • Page 202

    202 Vehicle care Jump starting Do not start with quick charger. A vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. 9 Warning Be extremely careful when starting with jump leads. Any deviation from the following instructions can lead to injuries or damage caused by battery explosion or damage to th[...]

  • Page 203

    Vehicle care 203 3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster battery. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, such as the engine block or an engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged battery as possible, however at least 60 cm. Route the leads so that they cannot catch on ro[...]

  • Page 204

    204 Vehicle care Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not recovering the vehicle. Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of brake lights, horn and [...]

  • Page 205

    Vehicle care 205 For other models unclip locking tabs downward and pull off the cover upwards. The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 190. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. The lashing eye at the rear underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye. Attach a tow rope – or be[...]

  • Page 206

    206 Vehicle care If using a car wash, comply with the car wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wipers and rear window wiper must be switched off. Remove antenna and external accessories such as roof racks etc. If you wash your vehicle by hand, make sure that the insides of the wheel housings are also thoroughly rinsed out. Clean ed[...]

  • Page 207

    Vehicle care 207 Paintwork damage Rectify minor paintwork damage with a touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop. Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable protective wax coating. After the underbody is washed, check the unde[...]

  • Page 208

    208 Vehicle care Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove stains with an upholstery cleaner. Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner. Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery. Plastic and rubber parts Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same[...]

  • Page 209

    Service and maintenance 209 Service and maintenance General information ................... 209 Recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 210 General information Service information In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value of your vehicle, it is of vital importance that a[...]

  • Page 210

    210 Service and maintenance Fixed service interval When service is due, InSP appears in the service display for approx. 10 seconds when the ignition is switched on. Have the next service performed by a workshop within one week or 500 km (whichever occurs first). Service display 3 94. Flexible service interval The service interval is based on severa[...]

  • Page 211

    Service and maintenance 211 aging control, whereas viscosity grade gives information on the oil's thickness over a temperature range. Dexos is the newest engine oil quality that provides optimum protection for gasoline and diesel engines. If it is unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities have to be used. Recommendations for gasoline [...]

  • Page 212

    212 Service and maintenance Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated.[...]

  • Page 213

    Technical data 213 Technical data Vehicle identification .................. 213 Vehicle data ............................... 215 Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover. The Vehicle Identificati[...]

  • Page 214

    214 Technical data Identification plate The identification plate is located on the front right door frame. Information on identification plate: 1 = Manufacturer 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = Permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = Maximum permissible front axle load[...]

  • Page 215

    Technical data 215 Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries ( except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines dexos 1 – ?[...]

  • Page 216

    216 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 – ✔ ✔ ✔ In c[...]

  • Page 217

    Technical data 217 All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ – ✔ – API SN ✔[...]

  • Page 218

    218 Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.8 Engine identifier code Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XER, A 16 XER Z 16 LET, A 16 LET Z 18 XER, A 18 XER Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1229 1364 1598 1598 1796 Engine power [kW] 59 66 85 132 103 at rpm 5600 5600 6000 5500 6300 Torque [Nm] 110 125 155 230 175 a[...]

  • Page 219

    Technical data 219 Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI 1.7 Engine identifier code Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTJ, A 17 DTJ Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1998 1998 1248 1686 1686 Engine power [kW] 147 177 66 74 81 at rpm 5400 5600 4000 4400 3800 Torque [Nm] 262 320 200 240 260 at rpm 4200[...]

  • Page 220

    220 Technical data Sales designation 1.7 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI Engine identifier code Z 17 DTR, A 17 DTR Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1686 1910 1910 1910 Engine power [kW] 92 74 88 110 at rpm 4000 3500 3500 4000 Torque [Nm] 280 260 280 320 at rpm 2300 1700-2500 2000-2750 2000-2750 Fuel type [...]

  • Page 221

    Technical data 221 Performance Saloon 5-door Engine Z12XEP Z14XEP Z16XER, A16XER Z16LET Z18XER Maximum speed 3) [km/h] Manual transmission 171 178 191 221 208 Manual transmission automated – 176 192 – – Automatic transmission – – – – 188 Engine Z20LER Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Z17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 230 172 180 185[...]

  • Page 222

    222 Technical data Engine A17DTJ A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 186 195 180 194 208 Manual transmission automated – – – – – Automatic transmission – – – 188 – Saloon 3-door Engine Z14XEP Z16XER, A16XER Z16LET, A16LET Z18XER, A18XER Z20LER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 180 193 223 210[...]

  • Page 223

    Technical data 223 Engine Z20LEH Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Z17DTR, A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 244 174 182 187 / 188 197 Manual transmission automated – 174 – – – Automatic transmission – – – – – Engine A17DTJ Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 188 182 196 210 Manual transmission automated [...]

  • Page 224

    224 Technical data Saloon 4-door Engine Z16XER, A16XER Z18XER, A18XER Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 191 207 172 180 188 Manual transmission automated 192 – – – – Automatic transmission – 188 – – – Station wagon Engine Z14XEP Z16XER, A16XER Z16LET, A16LET Z18XER, A18XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual tran[...]

  • Page 225

    Technical data 225 Engine Z20LER Z13DTH A17DTJ Z17DTH Z17DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 230 172 185 180 185 / 188 Manual transmission automated – – – – – Automatic transmission – – – – – Engine Z17DTR, A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 195 180 193 207 Manual transmission automated [...]

  • Page 226

    226 Technical data Engine Z17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 195 180 193 207 Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – 187 – TwinTop Engine Z16XER, A16XER Z16XEP Z16LET, A16LET Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 192 192 228 Manual transmission automated – – Automatic tr[...]

  • Page 227

    Technical data 227 Engine A18XER Z18XER Z19DTH Z20LER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 209 213 237 Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission 189 – – Fuel consumption - CO 2 - emissions Saloon 5-door Tyre width up to 205 mm with manual transmission / manual transmission automated / automatic transmission 5) . Engin[...]

  • Page 228

    228 Technical data Engine Z17DTH A17DTJ Z17DTJ Z17DTR urban [l/100 km] 6.4/–/– 6.8/–/– 5.6 (6.6) 9) /–/– 6.6/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 4.2/–/– 4.4/–/– 3.9 (4.4)/–/– 4.4/–/– total [l/100 km] 5.0/–/– 5.4/–/– 4.5 (5.2)/–/– 5.2/–/– CO 2 [g/km] 135/–/– 143/–/– 119 (138)/–/– 138/–/– Tyre wi[...]

  • Page 229

    Technical data 229 Engine A17DTJ A17DTR Z17DTJ Z17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH urban [l/100 km] 6.9/–/– 6.9/–/– 6.8/–/– 6.8/–/– 7.2/–/– 7.2/–/9.6 7.2/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 4.7/–/– 4.7/–/– 4.6/–/– 4.6/–/– 4.7/–/– 4.7/–/5.3 4.7/–/– total [l/100 km] 5.5/–/– 5.5/–/– 5.4/–/– 5.4/–/– 5.6[...]

  • Page 230

    230 Technical data Engine A17DTJ A17DTR Z17DTJ Z17DTR urban [l/100 km] 6.8/–/– 6.8/–/– 5.6 (6.6)/–/– 6.6/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 4.6/–/– 4.6/–/– 3.9 (4.4)/–/– 4.4/–/– total [l/100 km] 5.4/–/– 5.4/–/– 4.5 (5.2)/–/– 5.2/–/– CO 2 [g/km] 143/–/– 143/–/– 119 (138)/–/– 138/–/– Tyre width [...]

  • Page 231

    Technical data 231 Saloon 4-door Tyre width up to 205 mm with manual transmission / manual transmission automated / automatic transmission 11) . Engine Z16XER Z18XER Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ urban [l/100 km] 8.8/8.6/– 9.7/–/10.5 6.5/–/– 6.4/–/– 5.6/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.3/5.1/– 5.6/–/6.2 4.3/–/– 4.2/–/– 3.9/–/– to[...]

  • Page 232

    232 Technical data Station wagon Tyre width up to 205 mm with manual transmission / manual transmission automated / automatic transmission 12) . Engine Z14XEP Z16XER Z18XER Z13DTH urban [l/100 km] 8.0/–/– 8.8/8.6/– 9.7/–/10.5 6.3/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.0/–/– 5.3/5.1/– 5.6/–/6.2 4.1/–/– total [l/100 km] 6.1/–/– 6.6/[...]

  • Page 233

    Technical data 233 Engine Z14XEP Z16XER Z18XER Z16LET Z20LER A17DTJ A17DTR urban [l/100 km] 8.1/–/– 8.9/8.7/– 9.8/–/10.6 10.3/–/– 13.2/–/– 7.0/–/– 7.0/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.1/–/– 5.4/5.2/– 5.7/–/6.3 6.2/–/– 7.2/–/– 4.8/–/– 4.8/–/– total [l/100 km] 6.2/–/– 6.7/6.5/– 7.2/–/7.9 7.7/–/–[...]

  • Page 234

    234 Technical data Van Tyre width up to 205 mm with manual transmission / manual transmission automated / automatic transmission 13) . Engine Z14XEP Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Z17DTR urban [l/100 km] 8.0/–/– 6.3/–/– 6.4/–/– 6.6/–/– 6.6/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.0/–/– 4.1/–/– 4.2/–/– 4.4/–/– 4.4/–/– total [l/100 [...]

  • Page 235

    Technical data 235 TwinTop Tyre width up to 225 mm with manual transmission / manual transmission automated / automatic transmission. Engine Z16XER Z16LET Z18XER Z20LER Z19DTH urban [l/100 km] 9.0/–/– 10.5/–/– 10.0/–/10.7 13.3/–/– 7.6/–/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.5/–/– 6.4/–/– 5.9/–/6.4 7.3/–/– 5.1/–/– total [l/1[...]

  • Page 236

    236 Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 5-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] Z12XEP 1240/1260 –/– –/– Z14XEP 1240/1260 1240/1260 –/– Z16XER 1270/1290 1270/1290 –/– Z16LET –/1355 –/– –/– Z18XER 1278/1298 ?[...]

  • Page 237

    Technical data 237 Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 3-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] Z14XEP 1220/1240 1220/1240 –/– Z16XER 1250/1270 1250/1270 –/– Z16LET –/1335 –/– –/– Z18XER 1265/1285 –/– 1278/1298 Z20LER –/1365 –/– –/– [...]

  • Page 238

    238 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon 4-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] Z16XER 1278/1296 1278/1296 –/– Z18XER 1278/1296 –/– 1349/1367 Z13DTH 1365/1383 –/– –/– Z17DTH, Z17DTJ 1386/1404 –/– –/–[...]

  • Page 239

    Technical data 239 Kerb weight, basic model, Station wagon Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] Z14XEP 1278/1298 –/– –/– Z16XER 1278/1298 1278/1298 –/– Z16LET –/1395 –/– –/– Z18XER 1278/1298 –/– 1350/1370 Z20LER –/1393 –/– –/– Z13[...]

  • Page 240

    240 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model, Van Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] Z14XEP 1235/1250 –/– –/– Z13DTH 1335/1350 –/– –/– Z17DTH 1365/1380 –/– –/– Z17DTJ, Z17DTR 1385/1400 –/– –/– Z19DT 1385/1400 –/– 1420/1435 Z19DTL[...]

  • Page 241

    Technical data 241 Additional weight, Saloon 3-door / 5-door, Station wagon Engine Z14XEP, Z16XER, Z16LET, Z18XER Z13DTH, A17DTJ, A17DTR, Z17DTH Z17DTJ, Z17DTR Edition/Enjoy [kg] 2.9 2.9 2.9 Cosmo [kg] 12 12 12 Sport [kg] 24.5 24.5 24.5 Engine Z20LER Z19DTL, Z19DT Z19DTH Edition/Enjoy [kg] – 2.9 2.9 Cosmo [kg] – 12 12 Sport [kg] 12.6 12.6 12.6 [...]

  • Page 242

    242 Technical data Additional weight, Van Engine Z14XEP, Z13DTH A17DTJ, A17DTR, Z17DTH, Z17DTJ, Z17DTR, Z19DTL, Z19DT, Z19DTH Edition/Enjoy [kg] – – Cosmo [kg] – – Sport [kg] 19.3 10.5 Heavy accessories Accessories Sun roof Towing equipment Split rear seat backrest Headlamp washer system Weight [kg] 23 (not on Saloon 4-door) 17 (Saloon 4-do[...]

  • Page 243

    Technical data 243 Saloon 5-door Saloon 3-door Saloon 4-door Station wagon Van TwinTop Load compartment width [mm] 944 944 1027 1088 1103 734 Height of load compartment opening [mm] 614 555 – 766 775 – Wheelbase [mm] 2614 2614 2703 2703 2703 2614 Turning circle diameter [m] 11.20 11.20 11.50 11.50 11.50 11.20 Capacities Engine oil Engine Z12XEP[...]

  • Page 244

    244 Technical data Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] 52 Tyre pressures Saloon 3-door / 5-door Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z12XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (2[...]

  • Page 245

    Technical data 245 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18[...]

  • Page 246

    246 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18[...]

  • Page 247

    Technical data 247 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z20LEH 205/50 R 17 16) , 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/40 ZR 18, 235/35 ZR 19, 225/[...]

  • Page 248

    248 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45[...]

  • Page 249

    Technical data 249 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 230/2.[...]

  • Page 250

    250 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, Z19DT, Z19DTH 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/[...]

  • Page 251

    Technical data 251 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH, Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) – – 230/2.3 (33) 280/2.8 (41) 205/55 R 16 215/45 R 17 240/2.4 ([...]

  • Page 252

    252 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195[...]

  • Page 253

    Technical data 253 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195[...]

  • Page 254

    254 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210[...]

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    Technical data 255 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTR 205/55 R 16 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17,[...]

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    256 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, Z19DT, Z19DTH 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R[...]

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    Technical data 257 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210[...]

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    258 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) 225/40 R 18 all Temporary spare wheel 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) TwinTop Comfort with up[...]

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    Technical data 259 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [ kPa/bar](psi) [ kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38) 225/45 R 17 225/40 R 18[...]

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    260 Technical data Towing hitch installation dimensions Saloon[...]

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    Technical data 261 Station wagon, Van[...]

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    262 Technical data TwinTop[...]

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    Customer information 263 Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy ....................................... 263 Vehicle data recording and privacy Event data recorders The vehicle has a number of sophisticated systems that monitor and control several vehicle data. Some data may be stored during regular operation to facilitate repair of[...]

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    264 Customer information Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tyre pressure monitoring and ignition system security. It is also used in connection with conveniences such as radio remote controls for door locking/unlocking and starting, and in- vehicle transmitters for garage door opene[...]

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    Customer information 265[...]

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    266 Index A Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 162 Active head restraints ................... 48 Adaptive forward lighting ... 101, 119 Adjustable air vents ................... 133 Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- roll bars ..................................... 96 Airbag system .............................. 57 Air co[...]

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    267 Cigarette lighter ........................... 91 Climate control ............................. 15 Clock ............................................ 89 Continuous damping control ...... 152 Control indicators.......................... 94 Control of the vehicle ................. 135 Convex shape .............................. 32 Coolant and anti[...]

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    268 I Identification plate ..................... 214 Ignition switch positions ............. 136 Immobiliser .................................. 32 Instrument cluster ........................ 93 Instrument panel illumination ..... 183 Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 121 Instrument panel overview ...........[...]

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    269 Rear seat audio system ............. 125 Rear window wiper/washer .......... 88 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 210, 215 Refuelling ................................... 155 Retractable hardtop ..................... 40 Reversing lights ......................... 121 Roof rack ..................................... 83 Run-[...]

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    270 Vehicle weight ........................... 236 Ventilation ................................... 127 W Warning chimes ......................... 109 Warning triangle .......................... 80 Washer and wiper systems ......... 14 Washer fluid ............................... 166 Washer fluid level ...................... 111 Wheel changing .....[...]