2014 OPEL ASTRA J Air pressure

268Vehicle care
14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Pushcatch on bracket to remove
sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free
connection of the sealant bottle.
This prevents sealant from
escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in
load compartment.
15. Remove any excess sealant using a cloth.
16. Take the label indicating maximum permitted speed from
the sealant bottle and affix in the
driver's field of view.
17. Continue driving immediately so that sealant is evenly distributed
in the tyre. After driving approx.
10 km (but no more than
10 minutes), stop and check tyre
pressure. Screw compressor air
hose directly onto tyre valve and
compressor when doing this.
If tyre pressure is more than
1.3 bar , set it to the correct value.
Repeat the procedure until there
is no more loss of pressure.
If the tyre pressure has fallen
below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must
not be used. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load compartment.
Note
The driving characteristics of the
repaired tyre are severely affected,
therefore have this tyre replaced.
If unusual noise is heard or the
compressor becomes hot, turn
compressor off for at least
30 minutes.
The built-in safety valve opens at a
pressure of 7 bar.
Note the expiry date of the kit. After
this date its sealing capability is no
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to
storage information on sealant
bottle.
Replace the used sealant bottle. Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
by applicable laws.
The compressor and sealant can be used from approx. -30 °C.
The adapters supplied can be used
to pump up other items e.g.
footballs, air mattresses, inflatable
dinghies etc. They are located on the
underside of the compressor. To
remove, screw on compressor air hose and withdraw adapter.
Wheel changing
Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel 3 265.

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10. Align the valve hole in the wheelcover with the tyre valve before
installing.
Install wheel nut caps.
Install centre cap on alloy wheels.
11. Install vehicle jacking point cover on versions with sill panelling.
12. Stow the replaced wheel 3 272
and the vehicle tools 3 258.
13. Check the tyre pressure of the installed tyre and the wheel nut
torque as soon as possible.
Have the defective tyre renewed or
repaired as soon as possible.Jacking position for lifting
platform
Rear arm position of the lifting
platform centrically under the recess
of the sill.
Front arm position of the lifting
platform at the underbody.
Spare wheel Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare
wheel.
A spare wheel can be classified as a
temporary spare wheel depending on the size compared to the other
mounted wheels and country
regulations.
The spare wheel has always a steel
rim.

280Vehicle careCaution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap at the top and engage
downwards.
Appearance care
Exterior care
Locks The locks are lubricated at the factory
using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.

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On vehicles with emblem touchpad:
when cleaning with a high-pressure
jet cleaner ensure a minimum
distance of 30 cm when working
around the tailgate to prevent
unintended unlocking.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.Sunroof
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the sunroof.
Glass panel
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the glass panel.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.

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Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
UnderbodySome areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Air shutter
Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.
Interior care Interior and upholsteryOnly clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-

322Customer information
■ Vehicle reactions in particulardriving situations (e.g. inflation of
an airbag, activation of the stability
regulation system)
■ Environmental conditions (e.g. temperature)
These data are exclusively technical
and help identifying and correcting
errors as well as optimizing vehicle
functions.
Motion profiles indicating travelled
routes cannot be created with these
data.
If services are used (e.g. repair
works, service processes, warranty
cases, quality assurance),
employees of the service network
(manufacturer included) are able to
read out this technical information
from the event and error data storage
modules applying special diagnostic
devices. If required, you will receive
further information at these
workshops. After an error has been
corrected, the data are deleted from
the error storage module or they are
constantly overwritten.When using the vehicle, situations
may occur in which these technical
data related to other information
(accident report, damages on the
vehicle, witness statements etc.) may be associated with a specific person -
possibly, with the assistance of an
expert.
Additional functions contractually
agreed upon with the client (e.g.
vehicle location in emergency cases)
allow the transmission of particular vehicle data from the vehicle.Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) RFID technology is used in somevehicles for functions such as tyre
pressure monitoring and ignition
system security. It is also used in
connection with conveniences such
as radio remote controls for door
locking/unlocking and starting, and in-
vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in Opel
vehicles does not use or record
personal information or link with any
other Opel system containing
personal information.

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Child restraints.............................. 56
Child restraint systems ................56
Cigarette lighter .........................109
Climate control ............................. 19
Climate control systems .............155
Clock........................................... 107
Code ........................................... 128
Control indicators........................ 113
Control of the vehicle .................164
Controls ...................................... 102
Convex shape .............................. 33
Coolant and antifreeze ...............285
Cruise control ....................121, 183
Cupholders .................................. 62
Curtain airbag system .................. 54
Curve lighting.............................. 145
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............145
Declaration of conformity ............321
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......231
Diesel particle filter .............119, 170
Door open .................................. 121
Doors ............................................ 28
Driver assistance systems ..........183
Driver Information Centre ...........121
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 220
Driving hints ................................ 164E
Electric adjustment ......................33
Electrical system......................... 252
Electric parking brake .................117
Electric parking brake fault .........117
Electronic climate control system 158
Electronic driving programmes ..173
Electronic Stability Control.......... 179
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........118
Electronic Stability Control off..... 118
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......225
Engine compartment fuse box ...253
Engine coolant ........................... 227
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 111
Engine data ............................... 292
Engine exhaust .......................... 170
Engine identification ...................288
Engine oil ................... 226, 285, 289
Engine oil pressure ....................119
Entry lighting .............................. 152
Event data recorders ..................321
Exit lighting ................................ 153
Exterior care .............................. 280
Exterior light ............................... 120
Exterior lighting ....................16, 142
Exterior mirrors ............................. 33F
Fault ........................................... 173
First aid ......................................... 97
First aid kit ................................... 97
Fixed air vents ........................... 163
Flex-Fix system ............................ 66
Fog light ..................................... 120
Fog lights ................................... 237
Folding mirrors ............................. 33
Following distance indication ......196
Forward collision alert................. 193
Front airbag system .....................53
Front fog lights ........................... 149
Front seats.................................... 42
Front storage ................................ 63
Front turn signal lights ...............239
Fuel............................................. 213
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 219
Fuel for diesel engines ..............213
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......213
Fuel for petrol engines ...............213
Fuel gauge ................................. 111 Fuel selector .............................. 111
Fuses ......................................... 252
G
Gauges ....................................... 110
General information ...................219

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Traction Control system ............. 178
Traction Control system off......... 119
Traffic sign assistant ...................208
Trailer coupling ........................... 219
Trailer stability assist .................223
Trailer towing ............................. 220
Transmission ............................... 20
Transmission display .................171
Tread depth ............................... 264
Trip computer ............................ 132
Trip odometer ............................ 110
Turn and lane-change signals ...149
Turn signal ................................. 115
Tyre chains ................................ 265
Tyre designations ......................260
Tyre pressure ............................ 260
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 119, 261
Tyre pressures ........................... 309
Tyre repair kit ............................. 265
U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...118, 198
Underseat storage .......................64
Upholstery .................................. 282
Upshift ........................................ 117
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 229
Vehicle checks............................ 225
Vehicle data ................................ 289
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 321
Vehicle detected ahead ..............121
Vehicle dimensions .................... 307
Vehicle Identification Number ....287
Vehicle jack ................................ 258
Vehicle messages .....................128
Vehicle personalisation .............134
Vehicle security ............................ 30
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 224
Vehicle tools ............................... 258
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 299
Ventilation ................................... 155
W Warning chimes .........................131
Warning lights ............................. 110
Warning triangle .......................... 96
Washer and wiper systems .........18
Washer fluid ............................... 228
Wheel changing .........................268
Wheel covers ............................. 264
Wheels and tyres .......................260Windows....................................... 35
Windscreen................................... 35 Windscreen wiper/washer .........104
Winter tyres ............................... 260
Wiper blade replacement ..........231