Vehicle owner's manual Opel Astra H

Specifications
Technical data determined according to EU regulations. Changes are possible. The data given in the technical passport of the car always take precedence over...
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First 1000 km
Careful attitude to the power unit at the initial stage of vehicle operation is the key to its reliable and efficient functioning during the entire remaining...

Keys
General information When buying a car, the owner is provided with a set of two keys. Depending on the configuration of the car, the keys can be mechanical or...

Doors
General information and precautions Attention: When leaving the car, do not forget to remove the ignition key, set the parking brake, close all windows and...

Hood
Set the parking brake, on models with AT make sure that the selector lever is in the position «R». The hood latch release lever is located on the left under...

Fuel tank filler neck
Attention: Gasoline is a highly flammable and explosive product - when refueling the car, do not forget to turn off the engine and in no case approach the...

Main storage box
To release the glove box latch, simply pull its handle up (see illustration 6.1) - the latch snaps into place automatically when the lid is closed. For details...

Top hatch
On models of the corresponding configuration, the switches (see illustration 7.1) The electric controls for the sunroof and sunblind are placed on the overhead...

Single lock
Single lock Note: With the appropriate configuration, a single lock is combined into a single structure with an anti-theft alarm system. The organization of a...

Elements of security systems. general information
All cars considered in this Guide are equipped with a set of tools designed to ensure the safety of life and health of the driver and passengers in the event...

Seat belts
Caution: Taking seat belt use seriously is the key to minimizing the risk of serious injury or death in a crash! Remember that airbags should by no means be...

Transportation of children
Attention: The anatomical features of the structure of the child's body determine an increased risk of injury compared to adults when airbags are triggered! In...

Seat adjustment and transformation
Seat and headrest positions The driver's seat must be in a position that provides the driver with maximum comfort when operating the pedals, gear lever/AT...

Supplemental Security System (SRS)
Attention: This section contains very important information that is designed to help the reader avoid serious injury in the event of an accident, as well as in...

Risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
Engine exhaust gases contain highly toxic carbon monoxide (SO), causing loss of consciousness when inhaled with a high degree of probability of death. With a...

Instrument panel and center console
The layout of the controls on the instrument panel, steering wheel and center console is shown in illustration 15.1. 1 Switch panel for exterior lighting /...

Control and measuring devices
The instrument lighting is activated when the running lights are turned on. The brightness of the backlight is selected using the rotary knob located on the...

Service indication
With the appropriate configuration, the service indication is displayed instead of the readings of the resettable mileage counter and informs about one of the...

Control lamps and indicator lights
Note: Some warning lamps/indicators are built into the appropriate switches located on the instrument panel/center console of the vehicle, and their operation...

Tachometer dial field
Control lamp of failures of system Open&Start . The control lamp is activated in a flashing or constant mode if an error in the electronic control or a...

Central field of the instrument cluster
The arrow-shaped turn signal/alarm indicators are green and serve to check the correct operation of the corresponding direction indicators. The direction of...

Speedometer dial field
Control lamp of failures of a control system of the engine (MIL/ «Check engine») is activated when the ignition is switched on and should go out a few seconds...

Sound indicators
On models of the corresponding configuration, sound indication (signal gong) used in the following cases: When starting the engine or while driving: in the...

Airbags
The principle of operation of frontal airbags Frontal airbag modules are mounted in the steering wheel hub and in the right side of the instrument panel,...

Anti-theft system
The vehicles covered in this manual may be equipped with one or more of the following anti-theft devices: Anti-theft alarm; Double lock system; Start blocking...

Switches and controls located on the steering column and steering wheel
Left stalk switch Note: The steering column switch has a touch-sensitive design, the lever returns to its original position after each manipulation. Left stalk...

Controls located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column
The switch panel for the exterior lighting/instrument lighting is integrated into the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Depending on the...

Controls located on the console section of the instrument panel
Hazard switch The alarm is turned on using a push-button switch mounted in the central part of the console section of the car's instrument panel above the...

Controls located on the center console
Lever of the selector AT/gear shifting manual transmission The AT selector/gearshift lever has a floor-mounted design and is placed on the center console...

Controls located on the ceiling console
Switches for selecting the operating mode of interior lighting Interior lighting is produced when the lamps mounted in the ceiling panels of the interior are...

Controls located on door assemblies
Power window controls Depending on the configuration, the power windows of the front or all four side doors can be equipped with electric drives. The power...

Cigarette lighter, ashtrays
Attention: Ashtrays must not be used only for collecting ashes, do not put flammable objects in them! The ashtray and cigarette lighter assembly for the driver...

Power take-off socket
The power take-off socket is designed to connect additional electricity consumers, designed for a supply voltage of 12 V and a power consumption of not more...

Storage boxes and pockets
Main storage box The main storage box is located on the right side of the instrument panel and is equipped with a hinged lid ( see Section 6 ). If equipped,...

Interior rear-view mirror
Before driving, you should adjust the interior rear-view mirror, trying to ensure that the center of the tailgate window opening is visible in its center (the...

Sun visors
The sun visors protect the eyes of the driver/front passenger from direct sunlight. The visors are mounted on brackets of a swivel design, which, if necessary,...

Folding tables
On models of the corresponding configuration, folding tables are equipped on the back of the front seats. To transfer the tables to the working position, they...

Luggage compartment equipment
Attention: The luggage compartment must under no circumstances be used for the transport of passengers! General information The luggage compartment is provided...

Seats
See Part A for information on adjusting and converting seats ( see Section 12 ).

Tri-Function Information Display (TID)
Depending on the type of infotainment system installed in the vehicle ( see Section 19 ) a display of one of three versions is mounted in the instrument panel:...

Multifunction Information Display (BID)
When the ignition is switched on, the display screen shows the time of day and outside temperature, as well as the date / parameters of the audio system (see...

Graphic Information Display (GID)
The graphical information display allows you to control the functions and settings of some equipment. The view of the display screen when the ignition is...

Control system (Check Control)
The control system monitors the main operating parameters that determine the safety of the vehicle operation. Depending on the configuration, checks are...

Ventilation, heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems: general information
Ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems (with appropriate equipment) make up a single functional unit, which is designed to maintain a comfortable...

Air distribution elements
The air supply to the car interior is carried out through a network of air ducts of the ventilation system, ending in nozzles equipped with fixed or rotary...

HVAC control panel
The HVAC control assembly is placed on the bottom of the console section of the instrument panel (see illustration 15.1). Depending on the configuration, a...

HVAC system with manual adjustment
Activating/deactivating the system and adjusting the airflow rate The fan speed rotary switch is located on the right side of the HVAC control panel (see...

HVAC system with automatic temperature control (climate control)
General information The design of the HVAC control panel with the automatic temperature control function is shown in Figure 18.3b. The left rotary knob is...

Selection of the level of intensity of the air flow of the automatic mode
In the manual setting menu, you must select the item Automatic blower (see illustration 18.7) and set the desired level of airflow intensity in which the...

Selecting the direction of airflow distribution
The air distribution can be controlled using the Air distribution menu. (see illustration 18.8). When you select a direction in the square field, a diagonal...

Activating/deactivating the air conditioner
To activate / deactivate the air conditioner, you need to go to the AC item in the main menu of manual settings and select it. When the air conditioner is...

Turning on and off the automatic air circulation control system
To activate / deactivate the automatic air circulation control system, go to the Auto.recirc item in the main menu for manual settings and select it. When the...

Infotainment system. general information
The infotainment system is a single functional unit with an information display and an on-board computer (with appropriate equipment) (see Section 17)....

Anti-theft system
The infotainment system is equipped with an electronic anti-theft system. An individual security code has been entered into the electronic device - it is...

Information display
Depending on the configuration, a display of one of three versions is mounted in the instrument panel (more see Section 17 ). Three function information...

General management bodies of the infotainment system
The location of the controls on the infotainment system panel is shown in illustration 19.4, to which all references in the text refer. Audio...

Radio receiver
Unlike a device with a fixed antenna, there are features of receiving a radio signal by a car radio, which are determined by the proximity of the antenna to...

CD/MP3 player
The CD player can only play normal CDs with a diameter of 12 cm. Do not use discs with paper labels. Attention: Do not use discs with a diameter of 8 cm and...

Remote controls (DU) audio system
On models of the corresponding configuration, the main functions of the audio system can be controlled remotely from the panels mounted in the steering wheel...

Twin Audio System
On eligible models, Twin Audio allows rear passengers to listen to music regardless of the audio source enabled for the main infotainment system. Note: This...

Telephone and radio station
Attention: While driving, all the attention of the driver should be focused on driving - for traffic safety purposes, it is not recommended to talk on the...

Preparing for a car trip
Before starting the engine and moving the vehicle, always make an external visual inspection of it. Make sure that the movement of the car is not obstructed,...

Requirements for the physical condition of the driver
Do not drive while intoxicated, as alcohol dulls the perception of external influences, reduces the reaction and disrupts the coordination of movements. Do not...

Engine starting
Models with a mechanical ignition key a) Engage the parking brake; b) Engage neutral (RKPP) / move the selector lever to position «R «or «N» (AT). Note: On...

Features of driving vehicles equipped with a manual gearbox (manual transmission)
On the cars considered in this Guide, a 5 or 6-speed manual transmission is installed. The shift lever is floor-mounted and placed on the center console (see...

Features of driving vehicles equipped with automatic transmission (AT): general information
Attention: Automatic transmission is a very complex system in terms of its technical design - independent attempts to interfere in its operation and adjustment...

Automatic transmission shift control
Gear shifting while the car is moving is performed automatically depending on the selected position of the AT selector lever, the degree of depressing the gas...

Features of AT control with Active Select system
This AT allows you to shift gears in automatic mode without constant driver intervention in the gear shifting process and additionally in manual mode. Selected...

Features of driving vehicles equipped with an Easytronic robotic gearbox
The automated 5-speed Easytronic transmission allows manual or automatic shifting, with both modes providing automatic clutch control. Engine start The engine...

Special Driving Modes
On models equipped with AT/Easytronic, additional electronically controlled driving modes are available, if equipped. Attention: Electronic equipment is very...

Sport driving mode (SPORT)
On models of the corresponding configuration, when the sport mode is activated while driving, the parameters of the suspension, steering, and throttle response...

Winter driving mode
The winter driving mode does not allow a sharp increase in engine speed during acceleration, starting from a standstill with wheel slip, as well as changing...
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Interactive Dynamic Driving System (IDS+)
IDS+ combines the sensors and controls of the anti-skid system (ESP plus ), anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic dynamic damper control (CDC). This achieves a...

Speed control system (Tempostat)
With the appropriate configuration, the speedostat control buttons are built into the end part of the left steering column switch ( see Section 17 ).

Automatic ride height adjustment
With the appropriate equipment, this function allows, with various loads on the rear axle of the car - including when operating with a trailer - to maintain a...

Braking
General information The principle of operation and design of the components of the brake system are discussed in detail in Chapter 9 this guide. All components...

Tire pressure monitoring
For more information about wheels and tires, see Chapter 1 Section 5 . General information Attention: Incorrect and untimely adjustment of the air pressure in...

Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (DDS)
Option A The Tire Pressure Loss Monitoring System continuously monitors the speed of all wheels. When pressure drops in one of the tires, the diameter of this...

Features of operation of vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter
Caution: Exhaust system components can reach very high temperatures - avoid touching hot components and avoid parking the vehicle on areas covered with...

Features of driving a car equipped with power steering
The power steering, which is included in the standard package of all cars considered in this Guide, provides a reduction in the effort required to turn the...

Additional tips for the driver
When driving on snow or ice, use special tires or snow chains (unless it is prohibited by law in the region along which the route passes) ( see Chapter 1,...

Economic driving tips
Fuel consumption is largely determined by driving style and vehicle operating conditions. In order to reduce fuel consumption, try to adhere to the following...

Trailer towing: general information
Note: When towing a trailer, the service life of the vehicle and its efficiency are reduced, because. increases the load on the components involved in the...

Drawbar hitch
Attention: When driving without a trailer, the ball joint must be dismantled! The installation dimensions of the tow hitch are given in Specifications . With...

Main characteristics of driving with a trailer
Trailer load Only drivers with sufficient experience in towing large or heavy trailers should operate the vehicle with the full permitted trailer load. The...

Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
When equipped, the TSA monitors the driving behavior of the vehicle with a trailer. If the system detects a strong «yaw», the engine power is automatically...

Tips for driving with a trailer
When operating a vehicle with a trailer, consider the following recommendations: a) Additional trailer load significantly affects the operation of all vehicle...

Towing a car
See the relevant section in Chapter « Introduction » at the beginning of the guide.

Jacking up and changing a wheel
Spare wheel and jack storage Spare wheel and tool kit stored in the luggage compartment ( see Section 17 ) How to perform the procedure See the relevant...

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