Daily car care Opel Astra G (petrol)

Troubleshooting the car on the road
The following are troubleshooting tips and breakdowns that most often occur on the road. The relevant chapters provide information on repair, the procedure for...

Auxiliary battery start
Observe the following precautions when starting the engine with a booster battery. 1. Make sure the ignition is off before connecting the auxiliary battery. 2....

Changing a wheel on a car
1. On the Astra model, the jack is located in a niche inside the luggage compartment, under the spare wheel. Turn away a nut and remove the holder, get a spare...

Determining the cause of leaks
The formation of puddles in the parking lot, traces of fluid under the hood or on parts in the lower part of the car indicate leaks and the need to find the...

Weekly checks in the engine compartment
1.6L engine (single-shaft) A - dipstick for engine oil level indicator B - oil filler neck C - coolant expansion tank D - brake supply reservoir E - windshield...

Checking the engine oil level
Before starting the engine. Park the vehicle on a level surface. The level is checked before the trip or at least 5 minutes after the trip. 1. Remove the...

Checking the coolant level
On vehicles with a closed cooling system, periodic topping up of fluid is not required. A rapid drop in the coolant level and frequent topping up indicate a...

Checking and restoring the hydraulic brake fluid level
1. The level must be between the MIN and MAX marks on the tank. The level should not fall below the MIN·mark. Attention! On the Zafira model, to check the...

Checking tire condition and tire pressure
Regularly monitor tire pressure, keep the pressure at a normal level (see photo). The pressure is checked on cold tires, after a certain time after the trip....

Types and causes of tire tread wear
1. Lateral tread wear Causes: Insufficient tire pressure Violation of the camber of the front wheels Cornering at high speed Check tire pressure and restore to...

Checking the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir
A special frost-resistant liquid is poured into the tank; it is not recommended to add water. Do not use antifreeze to clean glass. 1. The windshield washer...

Checking the fluid level in the power steering reservoir
1. The tank is mounted on the right side of the engine compartment, between the engine and the bulkhead. 2. The probe is built into the tank cap (TRW hydraulic...

Wiper blades
1. Check the condition of the brushes. Replace worn brushes. Brushes are also changed if the glass cleaning efficiency is insufficient. It is recommended to...

Battery care
Periodically check the condition of the tray and battery attachment. If signs of corrosion are found, clean the affected area and wipe with soda solution, then...

Checking lamps and fuses
1. If one of the headlights, the position lamp, or the brake light does not light up, then the most likely cause is the bulbs burnout. How to replace lamps is...

Recommended Lubricants and Fluids
Engine oil All-weather engine oil, viscosity according to SAE 5W / 40,10W / 40 or 15W / 40, ACEAA2-96-AZ-96 Coolant Antifreeze OPELGM L1301 Manual transmission...