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Vauxhall ASTRA Owner's Manual

Summary of ASTRA

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    As tr a ©copyright by vauxhall motors ltd., england. Reproduction or translation, in whole or in parts, is not permitted without prior written consent from vauxhall motors ltd. All rights as understood under the copyright laws are explicitly reserved by vauxhall motors ltd. All information, illustra...

  • Page 2: Contents

    Contents commitment to customer satisfaction: our aim: to keep you happy with your vehicle. All vauxhall authorised repairers offer first-class service at competitive prices. Experienced, factory-trained technicians work according to factory instructions. Your authorised repairer can supply you with...

  • Page 3: In Brief

    2 in brief in brief to unlock and open the vehicle: press button q , pull door handle 6 door locks – see page 49, keys – see page 30, electronic immobiliser – see page 31, remote control – see page 32, central locking system – see page 40, anti-theft locking system 3 – see page 41, vauxhall alarm sy...

  • Page 4

    3 in brief to unlock and open the luggage compartment: press button q on remote control, or for the open&start system 3 : bring electronic key into the reception area of the vehicle, pull button below handle 6 open&start-system 3 – see page 34, remote control – see page 32, central locking system – ...

  • Page 5

    4 in brief to adjust front seat height 3 : operate lever on outboard side of seat pump action on lever 6 seat – see page 64, seat position – see page 67. To adjust front seat inclination 3 : pull inner lever on front of seat, adjust inclination, release lever, engage seat in position adjust the incl...

  • Page 6

    5 in brief to adjust head restraint height of front and rear outboard seats: press button to release, adjust height, engage in position 6 head restraints – see page 68, head restraint position – see page 69, adjust rear centre head restraint – see page 68, head restraint removal – see page 69. To fi...

  • Page 7

    6 in brief to adjust exterior mirrors manually: from inside, swivel lever in required direction 6 mirrors – see page 49, aspherically curved exterior mirror – see page 49, folding exterior mirror – see page 50, heated exterior mirror – see page 157. Electrical exterior mirrors 3 adjust: four-way swi...

  • Page 8

    7 in brief steering column lock and ignition on vehicles with open&start system 3 : make sure electronic key is in the interior reception range and press the start/stop button; disengage the steering column lock by moving the steering wheel slightly to start the vehicle, also operate brake or clutch...

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    8 in brief.

  • Page 10

    9 in brief page 1 side air vents .................................. 156 2 front passenger airbag .................. 93 3 centre air vents ............................. 156 4 central information display for time, date, outside temperature, infotainment system 3 , check control 3 ........................

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    10 in brief control indicators 0 open&start system, fault, see pages 34, 112. I engine oil pressure, see page 113. R brake system, clutch system, see pages 114, 223, 302. V airbag systems, belt tensioners, deployable anti-roll bars 3 , see pages 87, 98, 104. V electronic stability programme (esp® pl...

  • Page 12

    11 in brief headlight flash, main beam and dipped beam: 6 main beam, headlight flash – see page 144. Switch on turn signal lights: 6 turn signal lights – see page 144. Hazard warning lights: 6 hazard warning lights – see page 146. Headlight flash = pull stalk toward steering wheel main beam = push s...

  • Page 13

    12 in brief activate horn: press j in centre of steering wheel 6 airbag system – see page 93, remote control on steering wheel 3 – see page 151. Windscreen wiper: move stalk up slightly move stalk down from position § : single swipe. 6 windscreen wiper – see page 141, adjustable wiper interval 3 – s...

  • Page 14

    13 in brief operating windscreen and headlight wash systems 3 : pull stalk toward steering wheel 6 windscreen and headlight wash systems – see page 142, further notes – see pages 291,303 activate rear screen wiper 3 and wash system 3 : 6 rear screen wiper and wash system – see page 142, further note...

  • Page 15

    14 in brief to demist or defrost windows: set air distribution to l , rotary switch for temperature and air flow clockwise; air conditioning system 3 : also press button n ; automatic air conditioning system 3 : press buttons n and v , turn rotary switch for temperature clockwise, air flow to a; cli...

  • Page 16

    15 in brief easytronic 3 : always move selector lever as far as it will go in the chosen direction. It automatically returns to the centre position after every operation. Observe gear/mode indicator in transmission display. The footbrake must be depressed when starting. 6 easytronic 3 – see page 176...

  • Page 17

    16 in brief automatic transmission with activeselect 3 : selector lever in d to left: manual mode p or n must be engaged when starting. To move from p or n , switch on ignition, depress footbrake and press button on selector lever. To select p or r , press button on selector lever. 6 automatic trans...

  • Page 18

    17 in brief to start engine: operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission 3 in p or n, easytronic 3 : depress brake, do not accelerate; petrol engine: turn key to 3; diesel engine: turn key to 2, when control indicator ! Goes out 1) turn key to 3; release key once engine is running before restar...

  • Page 19

    18 in brief releasing the handbrake: raise lever slightly, press release button, lower lever fully 6 handbrake – see page 224. Parking the vehicle z always apply handbrake without pressing release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slop or uphill slope. Operate footbrake at same time ...

  • Page 20

    19 in brief advice when parking: z do not park the vehicle on an easy flammable surface. The high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface. Z on vehicles with easytronic 3 control indicator r flashes for a few seconds after the ignition is switched off if the handbrake has not been...

  • Page 21

    20 in brief vauxhall full size airbag system the vauxhall full size airbag system consists of several separate systems. Front airbag system the front airbag system will be triggered in the event of a serious accident involving a frontal impact and forms safety cushions for the driver and front passe...

  • Page 22

    21 in brief active headrests 3 on front seats in the event of a rear-end impact, the active head restraints tilt forward a little. The head is more effectively supported by the head restraint and the danger of whiplash in the neck area is reduced . Active head restraints are identified by the letter...

  • Page 23

    22 in brief selection with left adjuster wheel on steering wheel 3 : rotate adjuster wheel and press. 6 information display – see page 122. Trip computer 3 the trip computers provide information on driving data, which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically. Functions: z range z instant...

  • Page 24

    23 in brief remote control on steering wheel 3 the functions of the infotainment system 3 and the information display can be operated with the buttons and adjuster wheels on the steering wheel. Further information is available in the infotainment system operating instructions. 6 remote control on st...

  • Page 25

    24 in brief open&start system with electronic key and remote control 3 the open&start system allows the vehicle to be locked and unlocked, including anti-theft locking system 3 and the vauxhall alarm system 3 without a mechanical key and the engine to be started and stopped using a start/stop button...

  • Page 26

    25 in brief deflation detection system (dds) 3 the deflation detection system continuously monitors the speed of all wheels while driving. If a tyre loses pressure, it grows smaller and therefore rotates more quickly than the other wheels. If the system detects a difference in speed, the control ind...

  • Page 27

    26 in brief adaptive forward lighting (afl) 3 improves lighting in curves (curve lighting) on vehicles with bi-xenon headlight system. Curve lighting the xenon light beam pivots based on steering wheel position and speed (from approx. 6 mph/10 km/h). Motorway lighting at higher speeds and continuous...

  • Page 28

    27 in brief parking distance sensor 3 when reverse gear is selected, the parking distance sensor switches itself on automatically. The parking distance sensor can also be activated at speeds of less than 15 mph (25 km/h) by pressing the r button on the instrument panel. If the vehicle approaches an ...

  • Page 29

    28 in brief luggage compartment cover, estate to open: press handle on luggage compartment cover down. The cover automatically unrolls. 6 luggage compartment cover 3 – see page 76. Astra twintop with twintop, a convertible hardtop, astra unites the benefits of a coupe with those of a convertible. To...

  • Page 30

    29 in brief diesel particle filter 3 the diesel particle filter system removes polluting soot particles out of the engine exhaust gases. The system includes a self-cleaning function that operates automatically while driving. The filter is cleaned by burning the trapped soot particles at a high tempe...

  • Page 31: Keys, Doors, Windows,

    30 keys, doors, windows, twintop keys, doors, windows, twintop replacement keys the key number is specified in the vehicle documents and in the car pass 3 . The key is a constituent of the electronic immobiliser. Ordering keys from a vauxhall authorised repairer guarantees problem- free operation of...

  • Page 32

    31 keys, doors, windows, twintop electronic immobiliser the system checks whether the vehicle may be started with the mechanical key or electronic key of the open&start system 3 that is being used. If the key is recognised as "authorised" the vehicle can be started. The check takes place via a trans...

  • Page 33

    32 keys, doors, windows, twintop store personal vehicle settings in the vehicle key 3 the last settings selected z instrument illumination, z information display 3 , z infotainment system 3 , z for the climate control system 3 are stored automatically depending on the vehicle key used. Different set...

  • Page 34

    33 keys, doors, windows, twintop the remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. This range can be affected by outside influences. Aim the remote control at the vehicle to operate. Handle the remote control with care, protect it from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation...

  • Page 35

    34 keys, doors, windows, twintop remote control battery replacement replace the battery as soon as the range of the remote control begins to shrink. Key with foldaway key section fold out key bit, see page 30. Open remote control. Replace battery, battery type, see page 345, paying attention to inst...

  • Page 36

    35 keys, doors, windows, twintop the electronic key must be within the external reception range about 1 metre from the vehicle in order to lock and unlock the vehicle. If the electronic key is recognized as "authorised", the vehicle can be unlocked by pulling a door handle or the knob beneath the ta...

  • Page 37

    36 keys, doors, windows, twintop the vehicle is locked from the outside with the doors closed by touching the sensor panel in the door handle of one of the front doors. The electronic key must be within the external reception range of approximately one metre from the vehicle. The open&start system 3...

  • Page 38

    37 keys, doors, windows, twintop control indicator for open&start system 0 if the control indicator flashes 0 with the ignition switched on or with the engine running an operating error has occurred, e.G. The electronic key is no longer within the reception range of the vehicle interior. During the ...

  • Page 39

    38 keys, doors, windows, twintop only the driver’s door can be locked and unlocked using the emergency key. Unlock the entire vehicle as described on page 43. In the version with vauxhall alarm system 3 the alarm may be triggered when the vehicle is unlocked. Switch ignition on to deactivate alarm a...

  • Page 40

    39 keys, doors, windows, twintop replacing battery in electronic key replace the battery immediately if the system is no longer working properly or the range of the remote control is reducing. The need for a battery change is indicated via insp3 in the service display or, in vehicles with check cont...

  • Page 41

    40 keys, doors, windows, twintop central locking system for doors, boot lid/tailgate and tank flap. To unlock remote control with mechanical key press button q on remote control. To open the door, pull the handle. Open the luggage compartment by pulling the knob under the tailgate handle. If the doo...

  • Page 42

    41 keys, doors, windows, twintop open&start system with electronic key 3 the electronic key must be within the outside reception range of the vehicle. There must be no electronic keys inside the vehicle. Touching the sensor in the door handle of the driver’s or front passenger’s door locks all doors...

  • Page 43

    42 keys, doors, windows, twintop open&start system with electronic key 3 all doors must be closed. The electronic key must be within the outside reception range of the vehicle. Touch the sensor in the door handle of the driver’s or front passenger’s door again within 15 seconds after locking. – or –...

  • Page 44

    43 keys, doors, windows, twintop z with the open&start system 3 the vehicle cannot be unlocked until 2 seconds after locking. Within this time, a door handle can be pulled or the button beneath the tailgate handle operated to check whether the vehicle is locked. Z the open&start system 3 does not lo...

  • Page 45

    44 keys, doors, windows, twintop to lock insert the key or emergency key for open&start system 3 (see page 37) into the opening above the lock on the inside of the door and press until the lock audibly engages. Then close the door. The procedure must be repeated for each door. The driver’s door can ...

  • Page 46

    45 keys, doors, windows, twintop to close: close luggage compartment using the handle on the inside of the tailgate. Do not operate the button beneath the handle when closing. Otherwise the luggage compartment will once again be unlocked. To lock close doors, luggage compartment and tank flap. Remot...

  • Page 47

    46 keys, doors, windows, twintop vauxhall alarm system 3 monitors z the doors, luggage compartment, bonnet, z the passenger compartment, z vehicle tilt, e.G. If it is raised, z the ignition. To activate remote control with mechanical key all doors, windows, the sun roof 3 and the bonnet must be clos...

  • Page 48

    47 keys, doors, windows, twintop activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle tilt to activate e.G. If animals are left in the vehicle. 1. Close tailgate and bonnet. 2. Press button b in the roof console. The led in button m flashes (max. 10 seconds), see fig. 17051 t. 3. Close...

  • Page 49

    48 keys, doors, windows, twintop to deactivate remote control with mechanical key press button q on remote control – or – switch on ignition. Open&start system with electronic key 3 pulling a handle or the button below the tailgate handle unlocks the vehicle and disables the vauxhall alarm system wh...

  • Page 50

    49 keys, doors, windows, twintop child safety locks 3 using key or screwdriver, turn knob on rear door lock from the vertical position: door cannot be opened from inside. Exterior mirrors manual adjustment with levers in the front doors or electric 3 switch in driver’s door console. Adjust exterior ...

  • Page 51

    50 keys, doors, windows, twintop swing in exterior mirror: manual: the exterior mirrors can be swung in by pressing on the outside of the housing. Electrically 3 : press n and both mirrors will swing in. Press button n again - both exterior mirrors swivel to the driving position. If an electrical re...

  • Page 52

    51 keys, doors, windows, twintop interior mirror to adjust, swivel mirror housing. To reduce dazzling at night, swivel lever on underside of mirror housing. Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 dazzling is automatically reduced at night. With the ignition off, the mirror does not dim. Electric wi...

  • Page 53

    52 keys, doors, windows, twintop operated via two or four 3 switches in the driver’s door handle. The front switches are for the driver and front passenger doors. The rear switches 3 are for the rear doors. Additional switches are located in the front passenger door and rear doors 3 . For incrementa...

  • Page 54

    53 keys, doors, windows, twintop central switch for electric windows, astra twintop button $ or " in the roof console. Press button $ : all windows are closed. Press button " : all windows are opened. Panoramic windscreen 3 open the roof lining turn the handle to the right and move the roof lining r...

  • Page 55

    54 keys, doors, windows, twintop sunroof 3 operated via rocker switches in the roof console when the ignition is switched on. For incremental operation, briefly press the button. For automatic opening or closing, press the button longer. To raise: when the roof is closed, press button ü . The roof i...

  • Page 56

    55 keys, doors, windows, twintop note z if the top of the roof is wet, raise roof, allow water to run off and then open roof. Z when using a roof rack, check the clearance of the sun roof to avoid damage. Overload if the system is overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut off for a short tim...

  • Page 57

    56 keys, doors, windows, twintop twintop with twintop, a convertible hardtop, astra unites the benefits of a coupe with those of a convertible. Operating the convertible hardtop stand-by with ignition key in lock from position 1, or for open&start-system 3 switch on ignition. Requirements: z vehicle...

  • Page 58

    57 keys, doors, windows, twintop with the vehicle stopped, the roof can be opened using the remote control 3 . Unlock the vehicle. Press button q again and keep pressed until the roof has opened fully and the boot lid has closed. During operation with the remote control, the door windows are opened ...

  • Page 59

    58 keys, doors, windows, twintop indicator and warning buzzers z indicator buzzer upon completed opening or closing of the convertible hardtop. Z indicator buzzer upon completed raising or lowering of the electric luggage compartment loading aid. Z gong tone if the boot lid is not closed during roof...

  • Page 60

    59 keys, doors, windows, twintop z the roof can be held in an intermediate position for 9 minutes to facilitate cleaning of roof spaces. This is done by disengaging the actuation switch. One minute before the end of this period, a continuous buzzer sounds as a warning that the hold period is almost ...

  • Page 61

    60 keys, doors, windows, twintop fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the vehicle bodywork. Deployable anti-roll bars 3 are located between the rear head restraints and the boot lid in such a way that they are out of sight. In the event of a rollover, head-on collision or side impact, the anti-roll b...

  • Page 62

    61 keys, doors, windows, twintop blockage of boot lid on closure 3 to avoid damage to the open roof, boot lid or load, the boot lid can only be closed if the electric load aid is in the lower end position, see page 82. Unblocking on failure of electric drive push locking lever forward as shown in th...

  • Page 63

    62 keys, doors, windows, twintop with tyre repair set 3 , the wind deflector is folded down into a storage compartment 3 in the luggage compartment below the loading floor cover. For the version with spare wheel 3 , the wind deflector is folded away in the luggage compartment fitting take the wind d...

  • Page 64

    63 keys, doors, windows, twintop 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 locking pin and turn to lock. Straighten out the wind deflector, turn the toggle back and engage the locking pin in the rece...

  • Page 65: Seats, Interior

    64 seats, interior seats, interior front seats adjust seat longitudinally to adjust, pull the handle on the front seat, slide the seat and release the handle. Front seats ........................................... 64 head restraints .................................... 68 armrest 3 at driver’s seat...

  • Page 66

    65 seats, interior adjusting the backrest to adjust, turn side handwheel on the seat while releasing the load on the backrest. Move backrest to suit seating position. Adjusting the seat height 3 to adjust, operate lever on the outside of the seat. Pump action on lever adjusting the seat angle 3 to a...

  • Page 67

    66 seats, interior adjusting the lumbar support 3 to adjust, turn side handwheel on backrest while relieving the load on the backrest. Adjust lumbar support to suit personal requirements. Fold the seat backrest forwards 3 to fold forwards, raise the release lever and fold the backrest forwards. Lowe...

  • Page 68

    67 seats, interior adjusting the thigh support 3 on the sports seats 3 to adjust, press the button on the front of the adjustment padding and slide the thigh support. Adjust thigh support to suit personal requirements. Seat position adjust driver’s seat such that with the driver sitting upright the ...

  • Page 69

    68 seats, interior head restraints adjusting the front head restraints and rear outboard head restraints 3 to adjust, press button on side and adjust height. To fold down the backrests (see page 71) or improve visibility when the rear seats are not occupied, remove the head restraints or push them a...

  • Page 70

    69 seats, interior head restraint position the middle of the head restraint should be at eye level. If this is not possible for extremely tall persons, set to highest position, and set to lowest position for small persons. Active head restraints 3 in the event of a rear-end impact, the active head r...

  • Page 71

    70 seats, interior armrest 3 at driver’s seat push raised armrest backward against resistance and fold down. The armrest can be moved to different positions in stages by lifting it. If the armrest is not required it can be raised. Stowage compartment in armrest – see page 110. Armrest 3 in back seat...

  • Page 72

    71 seats, interior extending the luggage compartment, hatch folding the rear seat backrests pushing rear head restraints all the way down or removing, see pages 68, 69. Slide front seat forward slightly. Disengage the backrest (single or split 3 ) using the pushbutton and fold it down onto the seat ...

  • Page 73

    72 seats, interior extending the luggage compartment, estate folding the rear seat backrests onto the seat cushion push the rear head restraints all the way down or remove, see pages 68, 69. To detach hooks of luggage compartment cover from head restraints, see page 77. Slide front seat forward slig...

  • Page 74

    73 seats, interior disengage backrest (one-piece or split 3 ) using pushbuttons, fold forward and engage. Fold down centre backrest 3 push head restraint all the way down – see page 68. Disengage backrest using lever and fold onto seat cushion. If the seat cushion is raised, fold it forward until it...

  • Page 75

    74 seats, interior restoring the backrests or seat cushions 3 to their original position guide the seat belt through the side bracket to protect against damage. To restore the backrest to an upright position, fold up, pressing the button on the backrest. Audibly engage the backrest in an upright pos...

  • Page 76

    75 seats, interior extending the luggage compartment, astra twintop loading area between rear seats pull out the armrest by the strap. The armrest is held in place on the backrest with a retaining strap. To fully remove the armrest, disengage the bracket at the retaining strap. Pull the handle and f...

  • Page 77

    76 seats, interior luggage compartment cover hatch removing unhook retaining straps from tailgate. Pull cover from the side guides. Fitting engage cover in side guides and fold downwards. Attach retaining straps to tailgate. Estate to open press handle on luggage compartment cover down. The cover au...

  • Page 78

    77 seats, interior to cover the gap between the luggage 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. Removing open the luggage compart...

  • Page 79

    78 seats, interior safety net 3 , estate the safety net can be mounted behind the rear seats or, if the rear seat backrests are folded and the seat cushions raised, behind the front seats. Passengers must not be carried behind the safety net. Fitting behind the rear seats remove luggage compartment ...

  • Page 80

    79 seats, interior removing detach the safety net belt straps by tipping up the length adjuster. Unhook the safety net rods from the brackets in the roof frame. Roll up the net and secure with a strap. Luggage compartment grille 3 , pick-up to transport long objects, part of the luggage compartment ...

  • Page 81

    80 seats, interior lashing eyes 3 in the luggage compartment are used to secure lashing straps 3 or a luggage net 3 to prevent objects that are being transported from sliding. Rails and hooks in the luggage compartment 3 , estate the side walls of the luggage compartment house two rails. Insert the ...

  • Page 82

    81 seats, interior variable partition net insert an adapter in each rail: fold up handle plate, insert adapter in upper and lower groove of rails, move to desired position. To lock the adapter, swivel the handle plate up. Compress the rods of the partition net slightly and insert in corresponding op...

  • Page 83

    82 seats, interior luggage compartment blind, astra twintop to open: release luggage compartment blind from recesses on left and right, blind rolls up automatically. To close: grasp the handle, pull the blind towards the rear of the vehicle and engage in the recess on the right and left. Do not plac...

  • Page 84

    83 seats, interior z load luggage compartment at most to marked load height, otherwise the roof and load could be damaged. Z suspend the luggage compartment blind from the rear window frame, and engage in recesses on right and left. The luggage compartment blind must be flat; objects underneath it m...

  • Page 85

    84 seats, interior notes on loading the vehicle z heavy objects in the luggage compartment should be placed against the engaged rear seat backrests 3 or, if the rear seat backrests are folded down, against the front seat backrests. If objects are to be stacked, the heavier objects should be placed a...

  • Page 86

    85 seats, interior three-stage safety system comprising: z three-point seat belts z belt tensioners at the front seats z airbag systems for driver, front seat passenger and rear outboard seats 3 . On astra twintop 3 , roll-over bar behind rear seats. The three stages are activated in sequence depend...

  • Page 87

    86 seats, interior in the event of an accident, persons not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and themselves. Control indicator x 3 for the seat belt – see page 114. Seat belts are only intended for one person. They are not suitable for anyone under 12 years of age or under 150 cm t...

  • Page 88

    87 seats, interior control indicator v for belt tensioners the function of the belt tensioners is monitored electronically together with the airbag systems and the deployable anti-roll bars 3 . Their operational readiness is indicated by control indicator v in the instrument panel. When the ignition...

  • Page 89

    88 seats, interior operating the seat belts fitting seat belts pull seat belt out of retractor and guide across the body, making certain that it is not twisted. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. The front seat backrest must not be tilted back too far or the seat belt will not operate properly....

  • Page 90

    89 seats, interior adjust height such that seat belt passes over wearer’s shoulder and rests against the shoulder. It must not pass over the neck or upper arm. Removing the belt to remove seat belt, press red button on buckle and seat belt will retract automatically. Three-point seat belts on rear o...

  • Page 91

    90 seats, interior child restraint system 3 when a child restraint system is used, follow the instructions for use and installation. The country in which you are travelling may not permit the use of child restraint systems on certain seats. Always comply with the local or national regulations. Selec...

  • Page 92

    91 seats, interior note z children under 12 years or less than 150 cm tall should always travel in an appropriate child restraint system. Z when transporting children, use the child restraint systems suitable for the child’s weight. Z ensure correct installation of child restraint system, see the in...

  • Page 93

    92 seats, interior vauxhall full size airbag system the vauxhall full size airbag system consists of several separate systems. Front airbag system the front airbag system will be triggered in the event of a serious accident involving a frontal impact and forms safety cushions for the driver and fron...

  • Page 94

    93 seats, interior vauxhall full size airbag system front airbag the front airbag system is identified by the word airbag on the steering wheel and above the glove compartment. The front airbag system comprises: z an airbag with inflator in the steering wheel and a second one in the instrument panel...

  • Page 95

    94 seats, interior when triggered, the front airbags inflate in milliseconds to form a safety cushion for the driver and front passenger. The forward movement of the front seat occupants is checked, thereby substantially reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head. No impairment of view w...

  • Page 96

    95 seats, interior in addition, the front airbag system will not be triggered for the front passenger in versions with seat occupancy recognition 3 if z the front passenger seat is unoccupied, z there is a properly fitted vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 . Seat occupancy recogniti...

  • Page 97

    96 seats, interior when triggered, the side airbag inflates within milliseconds to form a safety cushion for the driver or front passenger in the respective door area. This substantially reduces the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side-on collision. The side airbags wil...

  • Page 98

    97 seats, interior curtain airbag 3 the curtain airbag system is identified by the word airbag on the roof pillar trim. The curtain airbag system comprises: z an airbag with inflator in the roof frame on the driver’s and front passenger side respectively, z the control electronics, z the side-impact...

  • Page 99

    98 seats, interior the curtain airbags will not be triggered in the event of z the ignition is switched off z frontal collisions z accidents in which the vehicle overturns z collisions involving a rear-impact z side-on collisions outside the passenger cell. Control indicator v for airbag systems the...

  • Page 100

    99 seats, interior seat occupancy recognition 3 the seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags 3 for the front passenger if the front passenger seat is not occupied or a vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 is fitted on the front passenger seat. The curta...

  • Page 101

    100 seats, interior control indicator y for vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 the presence of a vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 is indicated after the ignition has been switched on by continuous illumination of the control indicator y in the instrument panel, a...

  • Page 102

    101 seats, interior important z do not affix or place accessories or other objects within the expansion range of airbag systems or extending anti-roll bars 3 is not permitted, since this could result in injuries if the components are actuated. Z do not place any objects between the airbag systems/an...

  • Page 103

    102 seats, interior z when disposing of the vehicle, the safety instructions given for this must be observed. Take the vehicle to a recycling company for disposal. Z persons weighing less than 35 kg should only travel on the rear seats. This does not apply to children who are travelling in child res...

  • Page 104

    103 seats, interior version with side airbag system 3 is indicated by airbag text on outer side of front seat backrests. Seat occupancy recognition 3 , see page 99. Use of child restraint systems 3 on front passenger seat in vehicles with airbag systems and seat occupancy recognition 3 vehicles with...

  • Page 105

    104 seats, interior vehicles with seat occupancy recognition can also be identified by control indicator y in the instrument panel. If control indicator y illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle is equipped with seat occupancy recognition see page 99. The seat...

  • Page 106

    105 seats, interior in the event of a rollover, the anti-roll bars deploy upwards in a matter of milliseconds. They also deploy together with the front and side airbag systems 3 , helping to optimise occupant protection. The system deploys with the roof open or closed. If the anti-roll bars are exte...

  • Page 107

    106 seats, interior have the cause of the fault eliminated immediately by a workshop. Note z do not place any objects on the covers of the anti-roll bars behind the head restraints. They would be propelled through the vehicle in an uncontrolled fashion should the anti-roll bars deploy. Such objects ...

  • Page 108

    107 seats, interior cigarette lighter 3 the cigarette lighter is in the front centre console, beneath the ashtray cover. The ashtray cover opens when pressed at the point indicated. Press in cigarette lighter. Switches off automatically once the element is glowing. Pull out lighter. Accessory socket...

  • Page 109

    108 seats, interior estates have an additional accessory socket 3 in the luggage compartment. Do not damage the sockets by using unsuitable plugs. The maximum power consumption of electrical accessories must not exceed 120 watts. Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.G. Electrical cha...

  • Page 110

    109 seats, interior to empty, grip both sides of the ashtray insert at the spots illustrated and pull upwards. Rear ashtray 3 the ashtray is in the rear centre console. Pull out the ashtray by pushing on one of the sides. To empty, open the ashtray, press the spring (arrow) and pull the ashtray stra...

  • Page 111

    110 seats, interior foldaway tables 3 on the front seat backrests. Open by pulling upward until it engages. Fold away by pressing down past the resistance point. Do not place any heavy objects on the table. Stowage compartments glove compartment to open, pull handle upwards. The glove compartment sh...

  • Page 112

    111 seats, interior stowage compartment for glasses 3 on driver’s side: fold down to open. Do not store heavy objects in the stowage compartment. Cargo box 3 see page 81. Sun visors use the sun visor to protect from glare by pulling it down and swivelling it to the side 3 . The covers of the mirrors...

  • Page 113: Instruments,

    112 instruments, controls instruments, controls control indicators ................................ 112 instrument display............................... 119 information display ............................. 122 warning buzzers.................................. 140 windscreen wiper ....................

  • Page 114

    113 instruments, controls illuminates fault in open&start system. Lock or unlock vehicle using remote control or emergency key if necessary, see page 43, or attempt to use the spare key. Emergency operation, see page 44. If 0 illuminates, this can also mean that the steering column lock is still loc...

  • Page 115

    114 instruments, controls r brake system, clutch system control indicator illuminates or flashes red. It illuminates after the ignition is turned on, when the handbrake is applied or if the brake or clutch fluid level is too low. For further information see pages 222, 302. For vehicles with easytron...

  • Page 116

    115 instruments, controls q doors and luggage compartment open control indicator illuminates red. It is illuminated when a door or the luggage compartment is open. P alternator control indicator illuminates red. It illuminates when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine st...

  • Page 117

    116 instruments, controls s engine oil level 3 control indicator illuminates yellow. The engine oil level is checked 1) automatically. Illuminates when the engine is running engine oil level too low. Check engine oil level and top up engine oil if necessary, see page 298. 8 exterior lights control i...

  • Page 118

    117 instruments, controls > fog lights 3 control indicator illuminates green. It is illuminated when the fog lights are on – see page 145. C main beam control indicator illuminates blue. It is illuminated when main beam is on and during headlight flash – see pages 11, 144. R fog tail light control i...

  • Page 119

    118 instruments, controls ! Preheating system 3 , diesel particle filter 3 control indicator illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates preheating system active, switches on only if outside temperature is low. Flashing (on vehicles with diesel particle filter) the driving situation is such that the ...

  • Page 120

    119 instruments, controls instrument display on some versions, the pointer of the tachometer, speedometer and fuel gauge briefly moves to its end position when the ignition is switched on. Tachometer indicates engine speed. Warning zone: maximum permissible engine speed exceeded; danger to engine. S...

  • Page 121

    120 instruments, controls odometer display top line: trip odometer or clock display 3 to switch between the trip odometer and the clock display 3 , press reset button briefly, see page 119. Trip odometer display of miles covered since reset. To reset, hold reset button down for around one second wit...

  • Page 122

    121 instruments, controls transmission display 3 display of gear selected in automatic transmissions 3 or current gear or mode for easytronic 3 : for easytronic 3 , the display flashes for a few seconds if a , m or r is selected when the engine is running but the footbrake is not depressed. Espoff e...

  • Page 123

    122 instruments, controls information display triple information display display of time, outside temperature and date/infotainment system (when it is on). When the ignition is off, the time, date and outside temperature can be presented for 15 seconds by briefly pressing one of the two buttons belo...

  • Page 124

    123 instruments, controls the type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings of the infotainment system 3 , the trip computer 3 and the climate control system 3 . Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Infotainment system...

  • Page 125

    124 instruments, controls triple information display set date and time infotainment system off: press Ö and ; below the display as follows: correcting time 3 some rds transmitters do not send a correct time signal. If the incorrect time is continually displayed, switch off automatic time synchronisa...

  • Page 126

    125 instruments, controls board information display 3 , selecting functions functions and settings of some equipment 3 can be accessed via the board information display. This is done using the menus and buttons of the infotainment system 3 or with the left adjuster wheel 3 on the steering wheel. The...

  • Page 127

    126 instruments, controls board information display 3 , system settings press the settings button of the infotainment system. Menu item audio or system will appear. Press left arrow key to access menu point system . Select menu point system . The first function of the menu system is shown. Some info...

  • Page 128

    127 instruments, controls the automatic setting is indicated by } in the display. To correct time with the help of rds, select the menu item for time synchronisation from the settings menu. Make the desired setting. Setting date and time select the menu item for time and date setting from the settin...

  • Page 129

    128 instruments, controls board information display 3 , trip computer 3 the trip computer provides information on driving data, which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically. Access trip computer vehicle data by pressing the bc button on the infotainment system or the left adjuster whee...

  • Page 130

    129 instruments, controls range range is calculated from current fuel tank content and instantaneous consumption. The display shows average values. After refuelling, the vehicle updates the range automatically after a brief delay. If less than 30 miles (50 km) can be driven with the fuel remaining i...

  • Page 131

    130 instruments, controls graphical information display 3 or colour information display 3 , selecting functions the functions and settings of some equipment 3 can be accessed via the graphical information display or the colour information display. These functions are marked on the menu on the displa...

  • Page 132

    131 instruments, controls select using left adjuster wheel 3 on steering wheel turn up previous menu point. Turn down next menu point. Press select marking, confirm commands. Function ranges for each functional area there is a main page (main), which is selected at the top edge of the display (not w...

  • Page 133

    132 instruments, controls setting the date and time 3 select menu item time, date from the settings menu. The menu for time, date is displayed. Select the menu items required: make the desired setting. Correcting time 3 in systems with gps receiver 1) , date and time are set automatically upon recei...

  • Page 134

    133 instruments, controls select the desired language. Selections are indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. In systems with voice output 3 , when the language setting of the display is changed the system will ask whether the announcement language should also be changed – see infotainment syste...

  • Page 135

    134 instruments, controls setting display mode 3 the display can be adjusted to suit the light conditions, black or coloured text on a light background or white or coloured text on a dark background. Select menu item day / night from the settings menu. The options are displayed. Automatic: adapted b...

  • Page 136

    135 instruments, controls if the fuel in the tank will allow less than 30 miles (50 km) of travel, the warning "range" appears on the display. If less than 20 miles (30 km) can be driven with the fuel remaining in the tank, the warning "please refuel!" 3 appears on the display. Acknowledge the menu ...

  • Page 137

    136 instruments, controls the information of the two trip computers can be reset separately, making it possible to evaluate data from different time periods. Select the desired trip computer information. The value for the selected function will be reset and recalculated. To reset all information of ...

  • Page 138

    137 instruments, controls stop watch select menu item timer from the board computer menu. The timer menu is displayed. To start, select menu item start . To reset, select menu item reset . The desired stop watch display can be selected from the options menu 3 : driving time excl. Stops the time the ...

  • Page 139

    138 instruments, controls check control 3 check control monitors some fluid levels, the tyre pressure 3 , battery of the remote control, the anti-theft warning system 3 , the brake light switch and important exterior lights, including cable and fuses. In trailer mode, the trailer lighting is monitor...

  • Page 140

    139 instruments, controls if there is a fault in the vehicle lighting, the respective fault source is displayed as text, e.G.: brake light check right in vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3 , if tyre pressure is too low, the display indicates which tyre to check, e.G.: tyre pressure chec...

  • Page 141

    140 instruments, controls warning buzzers when starting the engine or whilst driving: z if the electronic key of the open&start system 3 is not present or is not recognised. Z if seat belt 3 is not fastened. Z if a door or the tailgate is ajar when the vehicle starts off. Z once you have reached a c...

  • Page 142

    141 instruments, controls windscreen wiper to activate, move stalk up lightly. The stalk always moves back to starting position. Shift to next higher or lower level: move stalk slightly. Move stalk past resistance point and hold: the windscreen wiper stages are run through; an acoustic signal sounds...

  • Page 143

    142 instruments, controls empty windscreen wash system and headlight wash system 3 to activate, pull stalk toward steering wheel. The wiper swipes for a few strokes. At low speeds, there is a single post-wash swipe. The headlight wash system 3 is ready for operation when the headlights are switched ...

  • Page 144: Lighting

    143 lighting lighting exterior lights turn light switch: in positions 8 and 9 , the tail lights and number plate lights are also on. Control indicator 8 , see page 116. If the ignition is switched off with the dipped beam or main beam on, the parking lights illuminate. Versions with daytime running ...

  • Page 145

    144 lighting main beam, headlight flash to switch from dipped beam to main beam, push stalk forward. To switch back to dipped beam, push stalk forward again or pull toward steering wheel. To activate the headlight flash, pull stalk toward steering wheel. Main beam is engaged for the duration of acti...

  • Page 146

    145 lighting after operation, the turn signal stalk returns to its starting position. If the stalk is moved past the resistance point, the turn signal light remains on. When the steering wheel moves back toward the straight-ahead position, the turn signal light is automatically deactivated. Tap sign...

  • Page 147

    146 lighting hazard warning lights to switch on, press button ¨ , to switch off, press button ¨ again. To aid location of the pushbutton, the red surface is illuminated when the ignition switched on. When the button is pressed, its control indicator flashes in time with the hazard warning lights. Th...

  • Page 148

    147 lighting adaptive forward lighting 3 (afl) improves lighting in curves (curve lighting) on vehicles with bi-xenon headlight system. Curve lighting the xenon light beam pivots based on steering wheel position and speed (from approx. 6 mph/10 km/h). The headlights shine at an angle of up to 15° to...

  • Page 149

    148 lighting door-to-door light function 3 dipped beam and reverse lights 3 illuminate for around 30 seconds after the driver exits the vehicle and closes his door. To activate 1. Switch off ignition. 2. Remove ignition key 3 . 3. Open driver’s door. 4. Pull turn signal stalk toward steering wheel. ...

  • Page 150

    149 lighting front reading lights 3 left and right reading lights are individually operable. With ignition on: courtesy lights and rear reading lights 3 centre switch position: the rear courtesy light comes on together with the front one when a door is open. The rear reading lights on the left and r...

  • Page 151

    150 lighting battery discharge protection to prevent the battery from becoming discharged, the courtesy light, reading lights, luggage compartment lighting and glove compartment lighting switch off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is switched off. Light covers the inside of the light cove...

  • Page 152: Infotainment System

    151 infotainment system infotainment system radio reception 3 car radio reception differs from domestic radio reception: as the vehicle antenna is relatively near the ground, the broadcasting companies cannot guarantee the same quality of reception as obtained with a domestic radio using an overhead...

  • Page 153

    152 infotainment system twin audio 3 twin audio allows rear seat occupants the choice between the audio source played on the infotainment system 3 or another audio source. Only an audio source that is not currently active on the infotainment system can be controlled using twin audio. Two headphone c...

  • Page 154

    153 infotainment system obtain advice on predetermined installation locations for the external antenna and equipment holder and ways of using devices with transmission power of more than 10 watts. We recommend that you consult your vauxhall authorised repairer, who will have brackets and various ins...

  • Page 155: Climate Control

    154 climate control climate control heating and ventilation system, air conditioning system 3 ventilation, heating and cooling 3 are combined into one unit that is designed to provide comfort regardless of the season, weather or outside temperature. When cooling 3 is activated, the air is cooled and...

  • Page 156

    155 climate control automatic air conditioning system 3 provides a comfortable interior regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. When an interior temperature is set with the temperature control, the temperature and amount of inflowing air are automatically regulated. A uniform, comf...

  • Page 157

    156 climate control air vents the interior ventilation can be adjusted to a comfortable level by adjusting the temperature switch. To increase the air supply, turn the fan all the way up and set the air distribution switch to m or l . Centre and side air vents (1) open nozzle: move vertical knurled ...

  • Page 158

    157 climate control heated rear window 3 , heated exterior mirrors 3 with the ignition on, the rear screen and exterior mirror heating is switched on by pressing button Ü : led in Ü button illuminated: rear window and exterior mirror heating. Led in Ü button not illuminated: rear window and exterior...

  • Page 159

    158 climate control heating and ventilation system air distribution adjust with left rotary switch. Intermediate settings are possible. Open the air vents when the switch is set to l or m . Temperature adjust with centre rotary switch. Air flow adjust with right rotary switch. Four fan speeds: the r...

  • Page 160

    159 climate control ventilation z for maximum ventilation in head area: set air distribution switch to m and open all vents. Z for ventilation to footwell: set air distribution switch to k . Z for simultaneous ventilation to the head area and the footwell: set air distribution switch to l . Z set th...

  • Page 161

    160 climate control heating the footwell z set air distribution switch to k . Z move temperature switch to red zone. Z switch on fan. Window demisting and de-icing misted or icy windows, e. G. Due to damp weather, damp clothing or low outside temperatures: z move air distribution switch to l . Z for...

  • Page 162

    161 climate control air conditioning system 3 as a supplement to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) inflowing air. If cooling or dehumidification is not desired, switch off cooling in order to save fuel. Cooling switches off automatically a...

  • Page 163

    162 climate control the air recirculation system minimises the entry of outside air. The humidity increases, and the windows can mist up. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. Air distribution to l : the air recirculation syst...

  • Page 164

    163 climate control window demisting and de-icing misted or icy windows, e.G. Due to damp weather, damp clothing or low outside temperatures: z cooling n on, the ac compressor switches off automatically at low exterior temperatures (icing). Z move air distribution switch to l . Z turn the temperatur...

  • Page 165

    164 climate control automatic mode basic setting for maximum comfort: z set fan switch to a z set air distribution switch to desired position - see next column z use rotary switch to set temperature to 22 °c (a higher or lower temperature can be set as desired) z air conditioning compressor activati...

  • Page 166

    165 climate control air flow adjust with right rotary switch. Fan speed is regulated to provide the rate of air flow necessary to maintain the pre- selected temperature. Select automatic mode for the highest level of comfort. When the fan is off, the air conditioning compressor is also off. To activ...

  • Page 167

    166 climate control ventilation z for maximum ventilation in head area: set air distribution switch to m and open all vents. Z for ventilation to footwell: set air distribution switch to k . Z for simultaneous ventilation to the head area and the footwell: set air distribution switch to l . Z set de...

  • Page 168

    167 climate control maximum cooling for very hot interior open windows and sunroof 3 briefly so that warm air can escape rapidly. Z cooling n on. Z set air distribution switch to m . Z set the temperature switch to the desired temperature. Z set fan switch to a . Z open all air vents. The automatic ...

  • Page 169

    168 climate control electronic climate control system 3 provides a the greatest amount of comfort in the interior regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle, the temperature of the inflowing air, the air-flow rate and the air...

  • Page 170

    169 climate control automatic mode basic setting for maximum comfort: z press auto button. Z open all air vents. Z air conditioning compressor activation, see page 171. Z preset temperature to 22 °c using left rotary switch. The temperature can be set higher or lower as desired. Switching off the ac...

  • Page 171

    170 climate control temperature preset the left rotary switch can be used to set temperatures between 16 °c and 28 °c. For reasons of comfort, temperature can only be changed in small increments. Vehicles with quickheat 3 : depending on the outside temperature and the engine temperature the passenge...

  • Page 172

    171 climate control window demisting and de-icing misted or icy windows, e.G. Due to damp weather, damp clothing or low outside temperatures: press v button, v appears in display: control indicator in button illuminates. The temperature and the air distribution are adjusted automatically, the fan ru...

  • Page 173

    172 climate control air distribution press the centre switch. The possible air distribution settings appear one after another in the display. Air distribution can also be set in the air distribut. Menu: return to automatic air distribution: deactivate corresponding setting or press button auto . Air...

  • Page 174

    173 climate control switching automatic recirculation 3 on or off the automatic air recirculation system has an air quality sensor to detect harmful gases in the outside air, in which case it will switch automatically to recirculation. Select menu item auto. Recirc from the manual settings menu and ...

  • Page 175

    174 climate control 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 from outside. The active carbon laye...

  • Page 176

    175 climate control at least one air vent must be open while cooling 3 (air conditioning compressor) is on in order to prevent the evaporator from icing up due to lack of air movement. Cooling switches off automatically at low outside temperatures. Do not cover the sensor on the instrument panel as ...

  • Page 177: Driving and Operation

    176 driving and operation driving and operation easytronic 3 the semi-automatic 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 se...

  • Page 178

    177 driving and operation starting the engine operate footbrake when starting the engine. The engine can only be started with the footbrake operated. "n" appears in the transmission display. If the footbrake is not operated the control indicator j 3 illuminates in the instrument panel, and "n" flash...

  • Page 179

    178 driving and operation starting off depress the footbrake, release the handbrake and move the selector lever to a , + or - . Easytronic is in automatic mode and first gear is engaged (second gear if the winter programme is active). "a1" appears in the transmission display ("a2" if the winter prog...

  • Page 180

    179 driving and operation if the vehicle is in automatic mode, on movement of the selector lever to + or - easytronic shifts to manual mode and changes up or down. "m" and the currently engaged gear appear in the transmission display. Move selector lever toward r reverse gear. Engage only when vehic...

  • Page 181

    180 driving and operation winter programme t in the event of difficulties starting off on slippery roads, press button t ("a", currently engaged gear and t appear in the transmission display). Easytronic switches to automatic mode and the vehicle sets off in second gear. The winter program is switch...

  • Page 182

    181 driving and operation when the engine speed approaches its upper limit, the transmission shifts to a higher gear during kickdown even in manual mode. Without kickdown this automatic shift is not effected in manual mode. If sport mode is engaged, the drive wheels may spin slightly when starting o...

  • Page 183

    182 driving and operation stopping the vehicle in automatic or manual mode, when the vehicle has stopped first gear (with winter mode engaged, second gear) is engaged automatically and the clutch released. In r reverse remains engaged. A warning buzzer sounds when the driver’s door is opened if the ...

  • Page 184

    183 driving and operation interruption of power supply the clutch is not disengaged if the vehicle battery is discharged and a gear has been selected. The vehicle cannot move. If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using jump leads, see page 243. If the cause of the power failure is not a dischar...

  • Page 185

    184 driving and operation automatic transmission 3 the automatic transmission 3 allows automatic selection. The engine can only be started when the gear selector is in position p or n . When starting in position n , depress the footbrake or apply the handbrake. After starting the engine, depress the...

  • Page 186

    185 driving and operation the selector lever can only be moved from p when the ignition is switched on and the footbrake depressed (selector lever lock). To engage p or r , push button on selector lever. The engine can only be started with lever in position p or n . When position n is selected, pres...

  • Page 187

    186 driving and operation z automatic neutral shift function automatically sets the transmission to n to reduce fuel consumption, e.G. At traffic lights. Automatic neutral is activated when the following occur simultaneously: as soon as the brake is released and the accelerator pedal is depressed, t...

  • Page 188

    187 driving and operation kickdown depressing the accelerator pedal past the pressure point: depending on the engine speed the transmission shifts to a lower gear. Full engine power is available for accelerating. Engine braking in order to utilise the engine braking effect when driving downhill, sel...

  • Page 189

    188 driving and operation manoeuvring the vehicle to manoeuvre the vehicle back and forth during attempts to park or in garage entrances, the vehicle’s creeping movement can be utilised by releasing the brake pedal. Never actuate accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously. Stopping the vehicle the ...

  • Page 190

    189 driving and operation the transmission no longer shifts automatically. Vehicle can continue to be driven. Second gear is not available. Forward gears 1, 3 and 4 must be shifted manually using selector lever: interruption of power supply if the vehicle battery is flat, the selector lever cannot b...

  • Page 191

    190 driving and operation automatic transmission with activeselect 3 this automatic transmission 3 allows both automatic gearchanges ( automatic mode ) and manual gearchanges ( manual mode ) 3 . The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position p or n . When starting in position ...

  • Page 192

    191 driving and operation selector lever settings p, r, n and d (automatic mode) the selector lever can only be moved out of position p or n with the ignition switched on and the footbrake applied (selector lever lock). In selector lever position n the selector lever lock is activated after a delay ...

  • Page 193

    192 driving and operation activeselect (manual mode) move selector lever out of position d and then forwards or backwards. If a higher gear is selected at a speed that is too slow or a lower gear is selected at a speed that is too high, the gear will not be changed. This prevents the revs from being...

  • Page 194

    193 driving and operation z automatic neutral shift function automatically sets the transmission to n to reduce fuel consumption, e.G. At traffic lights. Automatic neutral is activated when the following occur simultaneously: as soon as the brake is released and the accelerator pedal is depressed, t...

  • Page 195

    194 driving and operation to deactivate the winter program is switched off by: z pressing button t again, z changing to manual mode, z turning off the ignition. In order to prevent damage, the winter program switches off automatically at high transmission oil temperatures. Kickdown depressing the ac...

  • Page 196

    195 driving and operation "rocking the car" if it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole, move the selector lever from d to r in a repeat pattern while simultaneously applying light pressure to the accelerator pedal. Do not race the engine and avoid sudden ac...

  • Page 197

    196 driving and operation the ignition key can only be removed when the selector lever is in position p . If the selector lever is not in position p when the ignition is switched off, control indicator j and p flash in the selector lever indicator strip, see fig. S 12103 on page 191. Move the select...

  • Page 198

    197 driving and operation interruption of power supply if the vehicle battery is flat, the selector lever cannot be moved out of position p or n . If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using jump leads, see page 243. If the battery is not the cause of the fault, release selector lever: 1. Apply ...

  • Page 199

    198 driving and operation driving hints the first 600 miles (1000 km) drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do not use full throttle. Never allow the engine to labour at low revs. Make good use of all gears. Depress the accelerator pedal a maximum of around three quarters of the available pedal trav...

  • Page 200

    199 driving and operation overrun the fuel supply is automatically shut off during overrun, e.G. When the vehicle is being driven down long gradients or when braking. To enable the overrun cut-off to take effect, do not accelerate during overrun and, if in manual transmission mode, do not de-clutch....

  • Page 201

    200 driving and operation saving fuel, protecting the environment trend-setting technology in the development and manufacture of your vehicle, environmentally-friendly and in the main recyclable materials were used. The production methods used to make your vehicle are likewise environmentally- frien...

  • Page 202

    201 driving and operation overrun z the fuel supply is automatically shut off during overrun, e.G. When the vehicle is being driven down long gradients or when braking, see page 199. Z to enable the overrun cut-off to come into action and save fuel, do not accelerate or de-clutch during overrun. Cor...

  • Page 203

    202 driving and operation fuels, refuelling fuel consumption fuel consumption is determined under specific driving conditions, see page 316. Special equipment increases the weight of the vehicle. As a result, they can increase fuel consumption and reduce the specified maximum speed. For the first fe...

  • Page 204

    203 driving and operation fuel filler cap if replacing the fuel filler cap, be sure to use a genuine fuel filler cap for your model to ensure full functionality. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. Refuelling fuel filler neck at right rear side of vehicle. The tank flap is locked ...

  • Page 205

    204 driving and operation correct filling depends to a large extent on proper operation of the fuel dispensing pump: 1. Fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it on. 2. After automatic switch off, the specified tank capacity is reached after continued, measured filling. Leave the filler nozzle in p...

  • Page 206

    205 driving and operation damage to the catalytic converter or the vehicle may result if the following points are not observed: z on ignition faults, uneven running after cold start, a clear drop-off in engine power or other unusual operating symptoms which could indicate a fault in the ignition sys...

  • Page 207

    206 driving and operation controlling exhaust emission some of the damaging substances in the exhaust such as carbon monoxide (co), hydrocarbons (hc) and nitrous oxides (no x ) are reduced to a minimum by making structural changes – mainly in the injection system and the ignition system in conjuncti...

  • Page 208

    207 driving and operation if it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it is of no significance. Illumination of a can indicate water in the diesel fuel filter 3 , at the same time a message appears in the service display, see page 120. Have a workshop check the fuel filter for possible water resi...

  • Page 209

    208 driving and operation picture no: 18537t.Tif the self-cleaning function can not operate automatically during certain driving situations where the engine does not reach its normal operating temperature. An example of this would be driving only short distances in cold weather. If the filter needs ...

  • Page 210

    209 driving and operation the control indicator ! Goes off as soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete. Maintenance have all maintenance work carried out at the intervals specified. We recommend that you entrust this work to your vauxhall authorised repairer, who has proper equipment and trai...

  • Page 211

    210 driving and operation electronic stability programme ( esp® plus ) 3 esp® plus improves driving stability as necessary in any driving situation regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels from spinning irrespective of road surface and tyre grip. The sys...

  • Page 212

    211 driving and operation illuminates while driving: the system is switched off or a fault is present. Continued driving is possible. The driving stability can however deteriorate depending on road surface conditions. Re-engage esp® plus or have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop. The s...

  • Page 213

    212 driving and operation control indicator ids+ for continuous damping control illuminates for around 10 seconds after opening the driver’s door. Illumination during driving indicates a fault in the system. The system is not functioning. For safety reasons, switches to the harder chassis setting. H...

  • Page 214

    213 driving and operation to deactivate briefly press the sport button again or switch off the ignition. The led in the button goes out. Holding it pressed switches off esp® plus , see page 211. Sport mode remains engaged. Switching the winter programme on 3 (vehicles with automatic transmission 3 o...

  • Page 215

    214 driving and operation with automatic transmission 3 , only use cruise control in d or in automatic mode with easytronic 3 . When the cruise control is active, reaction times may be increased due to the different position of the feet. Control indicator m when driving, control indicator m will ill...

  • Page 216

    215 driving and operation increase with cruise control active, hold down button m or briefly press it repeatedly: speed is increased continuously or in steps of 1.2 mph (2 km/h) without using the accelerator pedal. When button m is released the current speed is stored and maintained. Decelerate with...

  • Page 217

    216 driving and operation to activate the parking distance sensor system activates automatically when the ignition is switched on and reverse gear is engaged. Its operational readiness is indicated by illumination of the led in button r . If the vehicle approaches an obstacle when reversing, a serie...

  • Page 218

    217 driving and operation flashing: the fault is due to sensors obstructed with snow or ice. The sensors must be undamaged and free of dirt, snow and ice. Interference due to external sources of ultra sound (e.G. Pneumatic drills, rotary machines). Once the source of interference is removed, the sys...

  • Page 219

    218 driving and operation the vehicle is automatically raised at the rear, increasing the spring travel and ground clearance. The automatic level control system is activated after approx. 1.9 miles (3 km), depending on the vehicle loading and the nature of the road surface. Headlight range adjustmen...

  • Page 220

    219 driving and operation control indicator w if control indicator w illuminates red while driving, there is a loss of pressure. Stop immediately and check tyre pressures. A maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) is permitted for run-flat tyres 3 . Observe the information on page 230. If the control indi...

  • Page 221

    220 driving and operation once the ignition is switched on, the system is operational and will continuously monitor the tyre pressures at speeds of approx. 20 mph (30 km/h) and above. Tyre pressure, see pages 227, 337. Display of current tyre pressure select menu item tyres from the board computer m...

  • Page 222

    221 driving and operation a graphic indicating the front left tyre is shown together with the current tyre pressure: significant pressure deviation or direct pressure loss! Steer out of flow of traffic as quickly as possible without endangering other drivers. Stop and check the tyres. Mount the spar...

  • Page 223

    222 driving and operation general information the tyre pressure monitoring system does not function when the emergency or a spare wheel not fitted with a pressure sensor is used, and the control indicator w illuminates yellow. The tyre pressure display shows –.– . The tyre pressure is then monitored...

  • Page 224

    223 driving and operation brake assist if the brake pedal is operated with a rapid, powerful push, the vehicle is automatically braked at full braking power in order to achieve the shortest possible braking distance when full-on braking occurs (brake assist). Maintain steady pressure on the brake pe...

  • Page 225

    224 driving and operation handbrake always apply handbrake firmly without operating the release button, and apply as firmly as possible on a downhill or uphill slope. The mechanical handbrake acts on the brakes on the rear wheels. It engages automatically when applied. To release the handbrake pull ...

  • Page 226

    225 driving and operation control indicator u for abs it comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is ready for operation when the control indicator goes out. If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fau...

  • Page 227

    226 driving and operation vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3 with winter tyres or after conversion to different wheel sizes, sensors for the tyre pressure monitoring system can be fitted by a workshop on request. Otherwise the system would not show the tyre pressure deviations. Deflatio...

  • Page 228

    227 driving and operation some brands of tyres have a beaded edge for alloy wheels to protect against damage. If wheel trim is used on steel wheels with beaded-edge tyres, the following specification must be followed: z use of wheel trims and tyres that approved by vauxhall for the vehicle in questi...

  • Page 229

    228 driving and operation after having checked the tyre pressure, tighten the valve caps using the valve cap key. Incorrect inflation pressures will impair safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel economy and will increase tyre wear. If the pressure is too low, this can result in considerable tyre...

  • Page 230

    229 driving and operation check tyres regularly for damage (penetrated foreign bodies, punctures, cuts, cracks, bulges in side walls). Check wheels for damage. If damage or unusual wear is found, contact a workshop. Tread depth check tread depth regularly. If wear in the front is greater than that i...

  • Page 231

    230 driving and operation general information z the danger of aquaplaning is greater if the tyres are worn. Z tyres age, even if they are used only very little or not at all. A spare wheel which has not been used for six years should be used only in emergencies; drive slowly when using such tyres. Z...

  • Page 232

    231 driving and operation driving with a damaged tyre a loss in tyre pressure is indicated by the tyre pressure monitoring system 3 or the deflation detection system 3 . If a tyre has no pressure, continued driving is possible z at a speed of max. 50 mph (80 km/h) z up to a distance of 50 miles (80 ...

  • Page 233

    232 driving and operation tyre chains 3 limitations and further information, see page 337. Tyre chains are only permitted on the drive wheels (front axle). They must be fitted to the tyres symmetrically in order to achieve a concentric fit. Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to ...

  • Page 234

    233 driving and operation version without roof railing lift the covers from the fitting openings. Attach roof rack at appropriate points, see enclosed roof luggage rack system instructions. Version with roof railing 3 to attach the roof rack, insert mounting bolts in the bores shown in the picture, ...

  • Page 235

    234 driving and operation stowage of coupling ball bar in hatchbacks, the coupling ball bar is in a pouch, fastened in the luggage compartment cargo box with a strap - see page 237. In estates, the coupling ball bar is fastened with a strap in a compartment in the spare wheel well of the luggage com...

  • Page 236

    235 driving and operation otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be tensioned before it is inserted into the coupling housing: z unlock coupling ball bar (key to position 1 ), see fig. 17222 t on page 234. Z pull turn knob out and then turn it clockwise as far as it will go, see fig. 17223 t. Inserti...

  • Page 237

    236 driving and operation important check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed: z green marking on turn knob points towards white marking on coupling ball bar. Z no gap between turn knob and coupling ball bar. Z coupling ball bar must be seated firmly in coupling housing. Z coupling bal...

  • Page 238

    237 driving and operation stowage of coupling ball bar hatch stow the coupling ball bar in the pouch and fasten it in the luggage compartment cargo box with the strap. Estate stow the coupling ball bar in the compartment in the spare wheel well of the luggage compartment, fastening it with the strap...

  • Page 239

    238 driving and operation the actual caravan/trailer load plus the actual gross weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed the maximum permitted towing weight. For example, if the permitted gross vehicle weight is utilised, the trailer/caravan load must only be used until the maximum permitted tow...

  • Page 240

    239 driving and operation tyre pressure increase the tyre pressure on the towing vehicle to the value specified for a full load, see page 337. Check the pressure of the spare wheel and caravan/trailer wheels. Trailer stability assist 3 (tsa) tsa monitors vehicle movements when towing a caravan or tr...

  • Page 241

    240 driving and operation caravans/trailers with led turn signals must have a provision that makes it possible to monitor standard light bulbs. Turn signal control indicator - see page 116. Parking distance sensor 3 is deactivated when towing. Handling is greatly influenced by the loading of the tra...

  • Page 242: Self-Help,

    241 self-help, vehicle care self-help, vehicle care diesel fuel system, bleeding never let the tank run dry! If control indicator y illuminates, refuel as soon as possible. Refuel immediately if it flashes. Restarting after running out of fuel is possible, but starting behaviour will be delayed. Tur...

  • Page 243

    242 self-help, vehicle care there is a safety catch on the underside of the bonnet: lift this upwards and open the bonnet. Dirt on snow on the bonnet can slide onto the windscreen when opened and block the air intake. Air intake, see page 174. The bonnet is held open automatically 3 . In an alternat...

  • Page 244

    243 self-help, vehicle care starting the engine with jump leads 3 a vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. Z never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks. Z a discharged battery can freeze at temperatures of 0 °c. Defrost the froze...

  • Page 245

    244 self-help, vehicle care connect the leads in the order – see fig. 17230 t: 1. Connect one end of the first jump lead to the positive terminal 1 of the battery providing the jump start (identified by "+" sign on battery case or terminal). 2. Connect the other end of this lead to the positive term...

  • Page 246

    245 self-help, vehicle care screw in the towing eye anti-clockwise as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. Attach a tow rope 3 – or better still a tow rod 3 – to the eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing, not for recovering the vehicle. Switch on ignition to release ...

  • Page 247

    246 self-help, vehicle care towing another vehicle to open the cover concealing the towing eye socket at the rear right of the vehicle: disengage the cover at the bottom and pull it off downwards. On some versions 3 : remove the cover concealing the towing eye at the rear right of the vehicle by dis...

  • Page 248

    247 self-help, vehicle care warning triangle ¨ 3 hatch, astra twintop store warning triangle in rear luggage compartment wall: first fit warning triangle into recess on left and the insert in guide on right. To remove the warning triangle, lift to the right and pull out to the right. For vehicles wi...

  • Page 249

    248 self-help, vehicle care estate fasten the first-aid kit (cushion) to the left luggage compartment wall with a retaining strap. Van place first-aid kit in stowage compartment behind driver’s seat. To open the cover, press the locking tab. Astra twintop store the first-aid kit (cushion) in the rec...

  • Page 250

    249 self-help, vehicle care spare wheel 3 some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel – see page 256. Spare wheel placed in luggage compartment the spare wheel is in the luggage compartment beneath the floor cover. It is secured with a nut. The estate also has a spacer...

  • Page 251

    250 self-help, vehicle care estate take adapter 3 and hooks 3 from the rails 3 in the luggage compartment walls. Raise the rear lashing eyes and lift the floor cover to the vertical position so that it rests on the roof lining. When closing, guide the lashing eyes through the slots in the floor cove...

  • Page 252

    251 self-help, vehicle care notes on directional tyres 3 directional tyres only provide maximum performance when they are mounted in the correct direction of rotation. If the tyres or spare wheel must be mounted opposing the specified direction of rotation (e.G. After changing a flat tyre), observe ...

  • Page 253

    252 self-help, vehicle care changing wheels there may be a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel, see page 256. To ensure your safety, make the following preparations and observe the following information when changing wheels: z park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. Z switch on ...

  • Page 254

    253 self-help, vehicle care 1. Prise off the wheel trim using the hook included with the vehicle tools 3 . For vehicle tools, see page 251. For wheel trims with visible wheel bolts 3 : the trim can remain on the wheel. Do not remove the retaining washers 3 on the wheel bolts. Alloy wheels 3 : diseng...

  • Page 255

    254 self-help, vehicle care 3. The location of each jacking point 3 is indicated by a mark on the bottom edge of the vehicle. On astra vxr and vehicles with wheelarch trims 3 or after-market trims, jacks may not be used 3 . The vehicle may be damaged. 4. Before positioning the jack 3 , set it to the...

  • Page 256

    255 self-help, vehicle care 6. Change the wheel. Notes on spare wheel, see page 249, notes on temporary spare wheel, see page 250. 7. Screw in wheel bolts and tighten slightly, inserting the wheel bolt wrench 3 as far as possible. 8. Lower vehicle. 9. Tighten wheel bolts crosswise, putting on wheel ...

  • Page 257

    256 self-help, vehicle care tyre repair kit 3 minor damage to the tyre tread or side wall, e.G. From foreign bodies, can be repaired using the tyre repair kit (does not apply to run-flat tyres). Do not remove the foreign body from the tyre. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or damage to the wheel rim canno...

  • Page 258

    257 self-help, vehicle care 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. Remove the valve cap from the defective tyre. 7. ...

  • Page 259

    258 self-help, vehicle care if the specified tyre pressure is not reached within 10 minutes, remove the tyre repair kit. Move the vehicle through one tyre rotation, approx. 2 metres, in either direction. Reconnect the tyre repair kit and continue the filling process for 10 minutes. If the specified ...

  • Page 260

    259 self-help, vehicle care important information the driving comfort of the repaired tyre is severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced. If the compressor makes abnormal noises or heats up greatly, switch it off for at least 30 minutes. The integrated safety valve opens at a pressure of 7...

  • Page 261

    260 self-help, vehicle care we recommend carrying a complete set of fuses. Put spare fuses in the provided location in the fusebox in the luggage compartment. Open cover, see page 262. Before replacing a fuse, turn off the respective switch and the ignition. A blown fuse (see figures to the right) c...

  • Page 262

    261 self-help, vehicle care there is a fuse extractor in the luggage compartment fusebox to facilitate replacement of fuses – see fig. 17258 t for an example. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Only fit fuses of the specified current rating...

  • Page 263

    262 self-help, vehicle care fuses and the most important circuits they protect fusebox in luggage compartment depending on the equipment version, there are two different fuseboxes in the luggage compartment for differing electrical circuits. Z version a – see fig. 18504 t on page 263. Z version b – ...

  • Page 264

    263 self-help, vehicle care fusebox, version a some functions are protected by several fuses. To replace a fuse, pull off its protective cap. Fusebox, version b some functions are protected by several fuses. No. Circuit rating 1 fog lights 15 a 2 – – 3 luggage compartment socket 15 a 4 reverse light...

  • Page 265

    264 self-help, vehicle care no. Circuit rating 24 diagnostics plug 7.5 a 25 – – 26 electrically retractable exterior mirrors 7.5 a 27 ultrasonic sensor, vauxhall alarm system 5 a 28 – – 29 cigarette lighter, front socket 15 a 30 rear socket 15 a 31 – – no. Circuit rating 32 – – 33 open&start system ...

  • Page 266

    265 self-help, vehicle care fusebox in engine compartment the fusebox is at the front left side of the engine compartment. To open the cover, release the catch by inserting a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and swivelling it to the side. Open the cover upwards and remove. Depending...

  • Page 267

    266 self-help, vehicle care no. Circuit rating 6 radiator fan 2 1) 1) different ratings depending on engine and equipment level. 20 a 30 a 40 a 7 central locking system 20 a 8 windscreen wash system, tailgate 10 a 9 heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors 30 a 10 diagnostics plug 7.5 a 11 instru...

  • Page 268

    267 self-help, vehicle care fuse layout, version b some functions are protected by several fuses. No. Circuit rating 1 abs 20 a 2 abs 30 a 3 interior fan climate control system 30 a 4 interior fan, heating, air conditioning system 30 a 5 radiator fan 1 1) 1) different ratings depending on engine and...

  • Page 269

    268 self-help, vehicle care no. Circuit rating 24 fuel pump 15 a 25 transmission electronics 15 a 26 engine electronics 10 a 27 power steering 5 a 28 transmission electronics 5 a 29 transmission electronics 7.5 a 30 engine electronics 10 a no. Circuit rating 31 adaptive forward lighting, headlight r...

  • Page 270

    269 self-help, vehicle care bulb replacement before replacing a bulb, switch ignition off and turn appropriate switch off. Only hold new bulb at base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands, otherwise fingerprints on the glass evaporate. Residue builds up on the reflector eventually resulting i...

  • Page 271

    270 self-help, vehicle care dipped beam 1. Replace bulb through the opening in the front wheel arch: turn appropriate wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover, see page 269. 2. Remove headlight protective cover. 3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. 4. Remove the bulb holder with bul...

  • Page 272

    271 self-help, vehicle care 5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. 6. Insert new bulb into bulb holder, without touching the glass. 7. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on the bulb holder engage in the recesses in the reflector. 8. Rotate bulb holder to right as far as it will go. 9. Place headlight pr...

  • Page 273

    272 self-help, vehicle care 8. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector onto bulb. 9. Place headlight protective cover in position and close. After bulb replacement on the right- hand side, re-attach air hose to air filter and engage. After bulb replacement on the left- hand side, reconnect the fuseb...

  • Page 274

    273 self-help, vehicle care 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert holder in reflector. Place headlight protective cap in position and close. After bulb replacement on the right- hand side, re-attach air hose to air filter and engage. After bulb replace...

  • Page 275

    274 self-help, 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 into bulb holder, without touching the glass. 7. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on the bulb holder engage in the rec...

  • Page 276

    275 self-help, vehicle care parking lights 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Replace bulb through the opening in the front wheel arch: turn appropriate wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover, see page 269. 3. Remove main beam headlight protective cover. 4. Remove parking light sock...

  • Page 277

    276 self-help, vehicle care front turn signal lights 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Replace bulb through the opening in the front wheel arch: turn appropriate wheel to gain access, release catch and remove cover, see page 269. 3. Rotate bulb holder to left and disengage. 4. Push bulb into soc...

  • Page 278

    277 self-help, vehicle care tail lights hatch 5-door 1. To replace bulbs on the right side, use a coin to open the lock as indicated in the fig. And fold the cover down. To replace bulbs on the left side, use a coin to turn both locks (see fig. 17261 t on page 262) and fold the cover down. 2. Detach...

  • Page 279

    278 self-help, vehicle care 5. Unscrew three screws using a screwdriver (vehicle tools, see page 251). Press locking tabs on outside of bulb holder inward and remove the bulb holder. Bulbs in bulb carrier: 6. Remove bulb from socket. 7. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 8. Engage bulb hol...

  • Page 280

    279 self-help, vehicle care 9. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 10. 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 3 . Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the ...

  • Page 281

    280 self-help, vehicle care hatch 3-door 1. To replace bulbs, fold the cover down. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Hold outside of bulb housing, loosen fastening nuts with wheel bolt wrench 3 and unscrew by hand. Wheel bolt wrench 3 , see vehicle tools on page 251. 4. Detach bulb housi...

  • Page 282

    281 self-help, vehicle care 5. Remove the round seal from the fastening bolt. Press the locking tabs on the outside of the bulb holder outward and remove the bulb holder. Bulbs in bulb carrier: 6. Remove bulb from socket. 7. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 8. Engage bulb holder in bulb ...

  • Page 283

    282 self-help, vehicle care 9. Ensure that the seals are applied to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 10. 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 3 . Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the ...

  • Page 284

    283 self-help, vehicle care estate, van 1. Disengage cover by pressing retaining lugs and remove. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Hold the outside of the bulb housing, unscrew the three fastening nuts and remove the bulb housing rearwards. 4. Unscrew the three screws with a screwdriver...

  • Page 285

    284 self-help, vehicle care bulbs in bulb carrier: 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb without touching the glass. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and screw in place. Insert bulb housing into body and tighten fastening nuts by hand. Attach plug connector. Close and lock cover. 7. Carry...

  • Page 286

    285 self-help, vehicle care 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 en...

  • Page 287

    286 self-help, vehicle care 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing by first inserting the lug at the front of the plug. Fold together bulb holder, ensuring that it engages properly. Insert sockets and engage by turning. 8. Fi...

  • Page 288

    287 self-help, vehicle care 2. Remove bulb housing downward, taking care not to pull on the cable. 3. Lift flap and disconnect plug from bulb socket. 4. Rotate bulb socket anti-clockwise and disengage. 5. Remove bulb from socket. 6. Insert new bulb, without touching the glass. 7. Insert bulb holder ...

  • Page 289

    288 self-help, vehicle care rear courtesy lights 3 , rear reading lights 3 have the bulb changed by a workshop. Glove compartment lighting, luggage compartment lighting, footwell lighting 3 to ensure that no power is supplied to the lights, close the doors or hold the contact switch depressed before...

  • Page 290

    289 self-help, vehicle care vehicle care when caring for your vehicle, observe all national environmental regulations, particularly when washing it. Regular, thorough care helps to improve the appearance of your vehicle and maintain its value over the years. It is also prerequisite for warranty clai...

  • Page 291

    290 self-help, vehicle care clean edges and folds on opened doors and flaps as well as the areas they cover. Thoroughly rinse off and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use separate leathers for paint and window surfaces: remnants of wax on the windows will impair vision. Observe nat...

  • Page 292

    291 self-help, vehicle care plastic and rubber parts for additional cleaning of plastic and rubber parts use cleaner. Do not use any other agent, and in particular do not use solvents or petrol. Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners. Wheels and tyres do not use high-pressure jet cleaners. Interior a...

  • Page 293

    292 self-help, vehicle care engine compartment areas of the engine compartment that are painted in the same colour as the vehicle must be looked after like any other painted surface. It is advisable to wash the engine compartment before and after winter and preserve it with wax. Cover alternator and...

  • Page 294

    293 self-help, vehicle care check the underbody after washing and have it waxed if necessary. Before the start of the cold weather season, check the pvc coating and protective wax coating. Have them restored to perfect condition if necessary. Caution – commercially available bitumen/ rubber material...

  • Page 295: Service, Maintenance

    294 service, maintenance service, maintenance in our experience, the most common cause of all complaints is the result of misunderstanding or lack of communication between the customer and the vauxhall authorised repairer. We sincerely hope you will never have cause to complain about your vehicle. H...

  • Page 296

    295 service, maintenance royal automobile club (r.A.C.), r.A.C. Motoring services ltd.. 89-91 pall mall, london, sw1y 5hs the customer relations department, society of motor manufacturers and traders ltd. (s.M.M.T.), forbes house, halkin street, london, sw1x 7ds customer complaints service, scottish...

  • Page 297

    296 service, maintenance general motors portugal quinta da fonte edificío fernão magalhães, piso 2 2780-190 paço d’arcos – portugal tel. 00 351- 21 440 75 00 general motors southeast europe org. Zložka apollo business centre mlynské nivy 45 821 09 bratislava - slovakia tel. 00 421-2 58 275 543 gener...

  • Page 298

    297 service, maintenance further information on maintenance and the inspection system can be found in the service booklet, which is in the glove compartment. Have service work – and repairs to the bodywork and components – performed properly by a workshop. We recommend your vauxhall authorised repai...

  • Page 299

    298 service, maintenance never carry out any repairs or adjustment and maintenance work on the vehicle yourself. This especially applies to the engine, chassis and safety parts. You may unwittingly infringe the provisions of the law and, by not performing the work properly, endanger yourself and oth...

  • Page 300

    299 service, maintenance checking the engine oil level, topping up engine oil the pictures show the inspection of a petrol and two diesel engines. The oil level must be checked with the vehicle on a level surface and with the engine (which must be at operating temperature) switched off. Wait at leas...

  • Page 301

    300 service, maintenance engine oil change, oil filter change have a workshop change the oil at the specified service intervals. We recommend that you use genuine engine oil filters. Diesel fuel filter on each engine oil change, have the fuel filter checked for any water residue by a workshop. Illum...

  • Page 302

    301 service, maintenance antifreeze and corrosion protection before the start of winter, have a workshop check the antifreeze protection. The antifreeze level must guarantee protection to approx. -28 °c. Insufficient antifreeze will reduce the frost protection level and the corrosion protection. If ...

  • Page 303

    302 service, maintenance coolant temperature control indicator w illuminates when coolant temperature is too high. Check coolant level immediately: z coolant level too low: add coolant, see notes under "antifreeze and corrosion protection", and "coolant level". Have a workshop eliminate the cause of...

  • Page 304

    303 service, maintenance brake fluid change brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.E. It absorbs water. If the brakes become hot, such as when driving on long downhill stretches, vapour bubbles can occur in the water, which can have an extremely adverse effect on braking power (depending on the proportion of...

  • Page 305

    304 service, maintenance to ensure proper operation of the rain sensor 3 the sensor area must be free from dust, dirt and ice, which is why the windscreen wash system must be operated at regular intervals and the sensor area de-iced. Vehicles with rain sensor 3 can be identified by the sensor area n...

  • Page 306

    305 service, maintenance wiper blade on the rear window 3 lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in fig. 17318 t, and remove. Windscreen and headlight wash systems 3 the fluid reservoir filler neck for the windscreen wash system and headlight wash system 3 is located at the front, next to th...

  • Page 307

    306 service, maintenance battery the battery is maintenance-free. Fitting of electrical or electronic accessories at a later date can discharge or add extra load to the battery. Take advice on the technical possibilities, e.G. Use of a more powerful battery. Parking the vehicle for more than 4 weeks...

  • Page 308

    307 service, maintenance vehicle decommissioning observe national regulations. If the vehicle is to be parked for several months, to avoid damage have the following work performed by a workshop. Z wash and preserve the vehicle, see page 289. Z check corrosion protection in engine compartment and on ...

  • Page 309: Technical Data

    308 technical data technical data vehicle documents, identification plate the technical data is determined in accordance with european community standards. We reserve the right to make modifications. Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over those given in this manual. The id...

  • Page 310

    309 technical data vehicle identification data the vehicle identification number is stamped on the identification plate in the vehicle floor, on the right-hand side under a cover between the driver’s door and seat. The vehicle identification number may be embossed on the instrument panel. Engine cod...

  • Page 311

    310 technical data engine data sales designation engine identifier code 1.4 z 14 xep 1.6 z 16 xer 1.6 z 16 let 1.8 z 18 xer vxr z 20 leh number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement (cm 3 ) 1364 1598 1598 1796 1998 brake horse power (kw) at rpm 66 5600 85 6000 132 5500 103 6300 177 5600 torque ...

  • Page 312

    311 technical data engine data sales designation engine identifier code 1.7 cdti z 17 dth 1.9 cdti z 19 dt 1.9 cdti z 19 dth number of cylinders 4 4 4 piston displacement (cm 3 ) 1686 1910 1910 brake horse power (kw) at rpm 74 4400 88 3500 110 4000 torque (nm) at rpm 240 2300 280 2000 to 2750 320 20...

  • Page 313

    312 technical data performance (approx. Mph / km/h) , 5-door hatchback engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer maximum speed 2) manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission 2) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerbweight (without...

  • Page 314

    313 technical data performance (approx. Mph / km/h) , 3-door hatchback engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer maximum speed 2) manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission 2) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerbweight (without...

  • Page 315

    314 technical data performance (approx. Mph / km/h) , estate engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer maximum speed 2) manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission 2) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerbweight (without driver) p...

  • Page 316

    315 technical data performance (approx. Mph / km/h) , van engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 17 dth z 19 dt z 19 dth maximum speed 2) manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission 2) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerbweight (without driv...

  • Page 317

    316 technical data fuel consumption, co 2 emissions directive 80/1268/eec (last modified by 2004/3/ec) has applied for the measurement of fuel consumption since 1996. The directive is oriented to actual driving practices: urban driving is rated at approx. 1 / 3 and off-road driving with approx. 2 / ...

  • Page 318

    317 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , hatch 5-door (up to tyre width of 205 mm 1) ) 1) on engine z 17 dth with easytronic up to tyre width 195 mm. Engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 18 xer z 17 dth manual tran...

  • Page 319

    318 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , hatch 5-door (up to tyre width of 225 mm 1) ) engine 2) z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer manual transmission/easytronic/automatic transmission urban extra-urban total co 2 8.2/ 7.9/– 5.2/ 5.1/– 6.3/ 6.1/– 151...

  • Page 320

    319 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , hatch 3-door (up to tyre width of 205 mm 1) ) engine 2) z 14 xep z 16 xer z 18 xer z 17 dth manual transmission/easytronic/automatic transmission urban extra-urban total co 2 8.0/ 7.7/– 5.0/ 4.9/– 6.1/ 5.9/– 146...

  • Page 321

    320 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , hatch 3-door (up to tyre width of 225 mm 1) ) 1) for z 20 leh engine - tyre width up to 235 mm. Engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer manual transmission/easy...

  • Page 322

    321 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , estate (up to tyre width of 205 mm 1) ) 1) for z 17 dth engine - tyre width up to 195 mm. Engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 18 xer z 17 dth manual transmission/easytronic...

  • Page 323

    322 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , estate (up to tyre width of 225 mm) engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer manual transmission/easytronic/automatic transmission urban extra-urban total co 2 8...

  • Page 324

    323 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , van (up to tyre width of 205 mm 1) ) 1) for z 17 dth engine - tyre width up to 195 mm. Engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 17 dth manual transmission/easytronic/automatic t...

  • Page 325

    324 technical data fuel consumption (approx. L/100 km) , co 2 emissions (approx. G/km) , van (up to tyre width of 225 mm) engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 17 dth z 19 dt z 19 dth manual transmission/easytronic/automatic transmission urban extra-urban total c...

  • Page 326

    325 technical data weights, payload and roof load the payload is the difference between the permitted gross vehicle weight (see identification plate, page 308) and the ec kerbweight. To calculate the kerbweight, enter the data for your vehicle below: is the ec kerbweight. Optional equipment and acce...

  • Page 327

    326 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , hatch 5-door 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission...

  • Page 328

    327 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , hatch 5-door 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission...

  • Page 329

    328 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , hatch 3-door 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission...

  • Page 330

    329 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , hatch 3-door 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission...

  • Page 331

    330 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , estate 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission astra...

  • Page 332

    331 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , estate 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission astra...

  • Page 333

    332 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1) , van 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Model engine 2) 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission astra z ...

  • Page 334

    333 technical data table 1, kerbweight in kg 1 ) , twintop 1) according to ec directive, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). 2) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Model engine 2) manual transmission easytronic automatic transmission ast...

  • Page 335

    334 technical data table 2, additional weight for equipment versions in kg hatch engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer express / life 2) 2) values not available at time of printing. – – – – club / breeze 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 design / elite 12 12 12 12 ...

  • Page 336

    335 technical data table 2, additional weight for equipment versions in kg estate engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer express / life 2) 2) values not available at time of printing. – – – – club / breeze 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 design / elite 12 12 12 12...

  • Page 337

    336 technical data table 2, additional weight for equipment versions in kg van engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 17 dth z 19 dt z 19 dth express / life 2) 2) values not available at time of printing. – – – – – club / breeze – – – – – design / elite – – – – – ...

  • Page 338

    337 technical data tyres not all tyres available on the market currently meet the structural requirements. We recommend that you consult a vauxhall authorised repairer concerning suitable tyre makes. These tyres have undergone special tests to establish their reliability, safety and specific suitabi...

  • Page 339

    338 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Hatch tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 14 xep 185/65 r 15, 195/6...

  • Page 340

    339 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Hatch tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 18 xer 185/65 r 15, 195/6...

  • Page 341

    340 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Hatch tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 17 dth 195/65 r 15, 205/5...

  • Page 342

    341 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Estate tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 14 xep 195/65 r 15, 205/...

  • Page 343

    342 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Estate tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 18 xer 195/65 r 15, 205/...

  • Page 344

    343 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Van tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 2 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 14 xep 195/65 r 15, 205/55 ...

  • Page 345

    344 technical data (ctd.) tyre pressure in bar / psi 1) 1) 1 bar corresponds to 100 kpa / 14.5 psi. Twintop tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure eco 1) loaded with up to 3 people tyre pressure for full load engine 2) tyres front rear front rear front rear z 16 xer, z 18 xer 205/55...

  • Page 346

    345 technical data electrical system battery voltage 12 volt amp hours 36 ah / 44 ah 3 / 55 ah 3 / 60 ah 3 / 66 ah 3 / 70 ah 3 / 72 ah 3 battery for remote control of central locking system and electronic key of open&start system cr 20 32.

  • Page 347

    346 technical data capacities (approx. Litres) engine 1) 1) sales designation, see pages 310 and 311. Z 14 xep z 16 xer z 16 let z 18 xer fuel tank (nominal content) 52 52 52 52 engine oil with filter change between min and max on oil dipstick 3.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 4.5 1.0 container for windscreen...

  • Page 348

    347 technical data dimensions (approx. Mm) hatch 5-door hatch 3-door estate van twintop overall length 4249 4290 4515 4515 4476 width 1753 1753 1753 1753 1759 width with two exterior mirrors 2032 2032 2032 2032 2021 overall height 1) 1) kerbweight with driver. 1460 1435 1500 1500 1411 length of lugg...

  • Page 349

    348 technical data installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, hatch 1) all dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. 1) do not mount towing equipment to vehicles with z 20 leh engine. Sales designation, see page 310. Dimension mm a 342.9 b 83 c ...

  • Page 350

    349 technical data installation dimensions of trailer towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, estate, van all dimensions refer to factory-fitted towing equipment. Dimension mm a 84.0 b 570.0 c 515.0 d 93.5 e 173.0 f 307.6 g 158.0 h 292.6 9 warning only use towing equipment approved for y...

  • Page 351

    350 technical data installation dimensions of towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar, astra twintop all measurements refer to vauxhall- approved towing equipment. Dimension mm a 68.8 b 570.0 c 515.0 d 485.0 e 93.5 f 288.0 g 245.0 9 warning only use towing equipment approved for your vehi...

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    351 technical data.

  • Page 353: Index

    352 index index a abs (anti-lock brake system) ............... 224 accessories....................................... 90, 247 accessory socket ................................... 107 activeselect.............................................. 16 adaptive forward lighting (afl) .. 26, 147 bulb replace...

  • Page 354

    353 index clutch operation .................................... 199 co2 emissions........................................ 316 cold start................................................ 199 colour information display .. 122, 130, 134 continuous damping control (cdc)............................... 115...

  • Page 355

    354 index exhaust control indicator...................... 206 exhaust gases ........................................ 207 exhaust system ...................................... 207 exterior lights ................................. 116, 143 exterior mirrors............................. 6, 49, 157 f fan...

  • Page 356

    355 index instrument illumination ......................... 148 bulb replacement............................... 288 instrument panel ....................................... 7 instruments ............................................ 112 interactive driving system (ids+) . 209, 211 interior mirror ......

  • Page 357

    356 index performance........................................... 316 petrol .............................................. 202, 310 pinking.................................................... 202 pollen filter ............................................. 174 power assisted steering, see electro-hyd...

  • Page 358

    357 index tank fuel gauge ......................................... 119 technical data....................................... 308 telephone, see mobile telephone ........ 152 temperature regulation................ 158, 170 temporary spare wheel ................ 232, 250 tightening torque...............

  • Page 359

    358 index winter mode starting-off aid .................................. 180 winter operation battery ................................................ 199 coolant, antifreeze............................ 301 fuel consumption .............................. 201 fuel for diesel engines....................

  • Page 360

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