2014 OPEL ASTRA SALOON check engine

In brief17
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
The selector lever can only be movedout of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , push button on selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 136.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 190,
3 225.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 161.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 49, 3 55, 3 33.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting engine with ignition
switch
Turn key to position 1. Move the
steering wheel slightly to release the
steering wheel lock. Operate clutch
and brake, automatic transmission in
P or N, do not accelerate; for diesel
engines, turn the key to position 2 for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! goes out; turn key to
position 3 and release key when
engine is running.

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.

32Keys, doors and windows
During the first 10 seconds of anti-
theft alarm system activation:LED
illuminates=Test, ignition delayLED
flashes
quickly=Door, load
compartment or
bonnet open, or
system fault
After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft
alarm system activation:
LED flashes
slowly=System activeLED comes on for
approx. 1 second=Switch off
function
Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of faults.
Alarm When triggered, the alarm gives off
an acoustic signal (horn) and a visual
signal (hazard warning flashers). The number and duration of which are
stipulated by legislation.
The alarm siren can be silenced by
pressing a button of the radio remote control or by switching on the ignition. The anti-theft alarm system is
deactivated at the same time.
Immobiliser
The system checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to start with the key being used. If the transponder in the
key is recognised, the engine can be
started.
The electronic immobiliser activates
itself automatically after the key has
been removed from the ignition
switch or when the engine is switched
off by pressing the Start/Stop button.
Control indicator A 3 97.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the
doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 25,
3 30.Exterior mirrors
Convex shape
The convex exterior mirror contains
an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will
affect the ability to estimate
distances.
Manual adjustment
Adjust mirrors by swivelling lever in
required direction.

Instruments and controls99
Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 150.
Electronic Stability
Program
v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Flashes whilst driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 147.
Illuminates whilst driving The system is switched off or a fault
is present. Continued driving is
possible. Driving stability, however,
may deteriorate depending on road
surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
ESP® Plus
3 147.Engine coolant
temperature
W illuminates red.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level immediately
3 162.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating and diesel
particle filter
! illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Preheating activated. Only activates
when outside temperature is low.
Flashes
in vehicles fitted with a diesel particle
filter.
Control indicator ! flashes if the filter
requires cleaning and previous
driving conditions did not permit
automatic cleaning. Continue driving
and if possible do not allow engine
speed to drop below 2000 rpm.
The control indicator ! goes off as
soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3 135.
Deflation detection system
and tyre pressure
monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes red or yellow.
Control indicator illuminates red Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure. A maximum speed of 80 km/h is permitted for run- flat tyres 3 189.

100Instruments and controls
Control indicator illuminatesyellow
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). Consult a workshop.
Flashes Flashes three times to indicatesystem initialisation.
Deflation detection system 3 191,
tyre pressure monitoring system 3 191.
Interactive driving system,
continuous damping
control, sport mode
IDS+ illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. Illumination whilst
driving indicates a fault in the system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
IDS Plus
3 148, CDC 3 149, Sport
mode 3 148.Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 161.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates yellow.
Engine oil level is checked
automatically.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Low engine oil level. Check engine oil
level and top up as necessary
3 161.
Low fuel Y illuminates or flashes yellow.

Instruments and controls109
Always day design black or coloured
text on light background.
Always night design white or coloured
text on dark background.
Selection is indicated by a o in front
of the menu item.
Ignition logic
See Infotainment system manual.Vehicle messages
Messages are given via the
instrument panel display or as
warning and signal buzzers. Check
control messages appear on the
Info-Display. Some appear in an
abbreviated form. Confirm warning
messages with the multifunction knob
3 102, 3 105.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If the electronic key is not present or is not recognised.
■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting off.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.■ If the speed programmed at thefactory is exceeded.
■ If the vehicle has automated manual transmission and the
driver's door is opened when the
engine is running, a gear is
engaged and the foot brake is not
depressed.
When the vehicle is parked and the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
■ With Open&Start system and automatic transmission, if the
selector lever is not in P.
■ For automated manual transmission, if the parking brake is
not applied and no gear is engaged when the engine is switched off.

110Instruments and controls
When operating the retractable
hardtop ■ Indicator buzzer upon completed opening or closing of the
convertible hardtop.
■ Indicator buzzer upon completed raising or lowering of the electricload compartment loading aid.
■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not closed during roof operation.
■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not fully open during operation of the load
compartment loading aid.
■ Gong tone during roof operation if vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h.
■ Gong tone when vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h if the roof is not
fully open or closed.
■ Three gong tones during roof or loading aid operation if the load
compartment blind is not attached.
■ Three gong tones during roof operation if outside temperature is
below -20 °C, vehicle battery
voltage is too low or the system is
overloaded.■ Continuous warning buzzer during roof operation if the anti-roll bars
have been triggered.
■ Continuous warning buzzer starting
one minute before the end of the
9-minute standby time with the roof
in an intermediate position or the loading aid in a raised position.
■ Persistent warning buzzer when closing the tailgate, if the lowering
process of the electric load aid is
not complete or has been
interrupted.
Battery voltage
Low battery voltage in radio remote
control or electronic key. On vehicles
without check control, the message
InSP3 appears in the instrument
panel display. Replace the battery
3 20, 3 22.
Brake light switch
Brake light does not come on during
braking. Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.Engine cooling level
Low fluid level in engine cooling
system. Check coolant immediately
3 162.
Drain diesel fuel filter
If there is water in the diesel fuel filter, the message InSP4 appears in the
instrument panel. Consult a
workshop.

Climate control131Maintenance
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 the vehicle through the air
intake.
Air conditioning regular
operation In order to ensure continuously
efficient performance, cooling must
be operated for a few minutes once a
month, irrespective of the weather
and time of year. Operation with
cooling is not possible when outside
temperature is too low.
Service For optimal cooling performance, it isrecommended to annually check the
climate control system, starting
three years after initial vehicle
registration, including:
■ Functionality and pressure test■ Heating functionality
■ Leakage check
■ Check of drive belts
■ Cleaning of condenser and evaporator drainage
■ Performance check