2014 OPEL ASTRA SALOON battery replacement

Keys, doors and windows21
Used to operate:■ Central locking system
■ Anti-theft locking system
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Power windows
■ Electric roof on Astra TwinTop
The radio remote control has an
approximate range of up to 5 metres.
This range can be affected by outside
influences. The hazard warning
flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require re-
synchronisation■ Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time
■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 25.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by a
workshop.

24Keys, doors and windows
The emergency key can only lock or
unlock the driver's door. Unlocking the entire vehicle 3 25. On vehicles
with anti-theft alarm system, the
alarm may be triggered when the
vehicle is unlocked. Deactivate the
alarm by switching on the ignition.Hold the electronic key at the marked
position and press the Start/Stop
button.
To switch off the engine, press the
Start/Stop button for at least
1 second.
Lock the driver's door with the
emergency key. Locking the entire vehicle 3 25.
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Replacing battery in electronic
key Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by
InSP3 in the service display or by a
check control message in the
Info-Display.
Service display 3 94, Info-Display
3 110.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

Vehicle care165
■ The vehicle battery containssulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than 5 seconds. If the engine
fails to start, seek the assistance of a
workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Service setting for front
windscreen wipers
Switch off the ignition but do not
remove ignition key or open driver's
door.
Within 4 seconds, push the wiper
lever down and release as soon as
the wipers are vertical.
Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift the wiper arm, tilt wiper blade at a
90° to the wiper arm and remove to
the side.

238IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 159
Active head restraints ...................48
Adaptive forward lighting ...101, 119
Adjustable air vents ...................130
Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- roll bars ..................................... 96
Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 131
Air conditioning system .............. 125
Air intake .................................... 131
Air vents...................................... 130
Antilock brake system ................ 146
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......98
Anti-theft alarm system ........30, 111
Anti-theft locking system .............. 30
Appearance care ........................203
Apply footbrake .......................... 101
Armrest .................................. 52, 53
Armrest storage ........................... 68
Ashtrays ....................................... 91
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................34
Automatic climate control system .................................... 126
Automatic level control ..............149
Automatic light control ...............117Automatic transmission .............136
Auxiliary heater ........................... 130
B
Battery discharge protection ......123
Battery voltage ........................... 110
Board-Info-Display .....................102
Bonnet ....................................... 161
Brake and clutch fluid .................208
Brake and clutch system .............98
Brake assist ............................... 147
Brake fluid .................................. 164
Brake light switch ....................... 110
Brakes ............................... 146, 163
Breakdown.................................. 201
Bulb replacement ....................... 166
C Capacities .................................. 224
Cargo management system ........75
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................136
Central locking system ................25
Centre console lighting ..............122
Changing tyre and wheel size ...192
Charging system .......................... 97
Child locks ................................... 28
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 62
Child restraints with transponders 65

242
Turn and lane-change signals ...120
Turn signal ................................... 96
Tyre chains ................................ 193
Tyre deflation detection system . 191
Tyre designations ......................190
Tyre pressure ....................111, 190
Tyre pressure monitoring system 191
Tyre pressures ................... 116, 225
Tyre repair kit ............................. 193
Tyres .......................................... 188
U Ultrasonic parking assist .............. 98
Upholstery .................................. 205
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 164
Vehicle checks............................ 160
Vehicle data ................................ 213
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 235
Vehicle dimensions .................... 223
Vehicle Identification Number ....211
Vehicle jack ................................ 187
Vehicle messages .....................109
Vehicle security ............................ 30
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 159
Vehicle tools ............................... 187Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 220
Ventilation ................................... 124
W
Warning chimes .........................109
Warning lights ............................... 93
Warning triangle .......................... 80
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 163
Washer fluid level ......................111
Wheel changing .........................196
Wheel covers ............................. 193
Wheels and tyres .......................188
Windows ....................................... 35
Windscreen................................... 35
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........87
Winter mode ................................ 98
Winter tyres ............................... 188
Wiper blade replacement ..........165
X Xenon headlights .......................169