2016.5 VAUXHALL ASTRA J instrument cluster

Driving and operating197SettingsSettings can be changed in the Auto
collision preparation menu in the
vehicle personalisation 3 132.
Forward collision alert based on
front camera system
Forward collision alert uses the front
camera system in the windscreen to
detect a vehicle directly ahead, in
your path, within a distance of approx. 60 metres.
Activation
Forward collision alert operates
automatically above 25 mph, if it is not
deactivated by pressing V, see
below.
Selecting the alert sensitivity
The alert sensitivity can be set to
near, medium or far.
Press V; the current setting is shown
in the Driver Information Centre.
Press V again to change the alert
sensitivity.
Alerting the driver
A green illuminated vehicle ahead
control indicator A illuminates in the
instrument cluster when the system has detected a vehicle in the driving
path.
When the distance to a preceding
moving vehicle gets too small or when
approaching another vehicle too
rapidly and a collision is imminent, the
collision alert symbol pops-up in the
Driver Information Centre.
Simultaneously a warning chime
sounds. Depress the brake pedal, if it is required by the situation.

Driving and operating215The driver assistance systems donot relieve the driver from full
responsibility for vehicle
operation.
Lane departure warning
The lane departure warning system
observes the lane markings between
which the vehicle is driving via a front camera. The system detects lane
changes and warns the driver in the
event of an unintended lane change
via visual and acoustic signals.
Criteria for the detection of an
unintended lane change are:
● No operation of turn signals.
● No brake pedal operation.
● No active accelerator operation or speeding-up.
● No active steering.
If the driver is active, no warning will
be issued.
Activation
The lane departure warning system is activated by pressing ). The
illuminated LED in the button
indicates that the system is switched
on. When control indicator ) in the
instrument cluster illuminates green, the system is ready to operate.
The system is only operable at
vehicle speeds above 35 mph and if lane markings are available.
When the system recognises an
unintended lane change, the control
indicator ) changes to yellow and
flashes. Simultaneously a chime
sound is activated.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ), the LED in the button
extinguishes.
At speeds below 35 mph the system
is inoperable.
Fault The lane departure warning system
may not operate properly when:
● The windscreen is not clean.
● There are adverse environmental
conditions like heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows.

258Vehicle careNo.Circuit33Adaptive forward lighting/Auto‐
matic light control34Exhaust gas recirculation35Exterior mirror/Rain sensor36Climate control37Canister vent solenoid38Vacuum pump39Central control module40Windscreen washer/Rear
window washer system41Right high beam (Halogen)42Radiator fan43Windscreen wiper44Windscreen wiper45Radiator fan46–47Horn48Radiator fanNo.Circuit49Fuel pump50Headlamp levelling/Adaptive
forward lighting51Air shutter52Auxiliary heater/Diesel engine53Transmission control module/
Engine control module54Vacuum pump/Instrument
panel cluster/Heating ventila‐
tion/Air conditioning system
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is behind the storage
compartment in the instrument panel.
Open the compartment and push it to the left to unlock. Fold the
compartment down and remove it.

Vehicle care259
In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is located behind a cover in the
glovebox. Open the glovebox, then
open the cover and fold it down.
No.Circuit1Displays2Exterior lights/Body control
module3Exterior lights/Body control
module4Infotainment system5Infotainment system/Instrument6Power outlet/Cigarette lighter7Power outlet8Left low beam/Body control
module9Right low beam/Body control
module/Airbag module10Door locks/Body control module11Interior fan12–13–14Diagnostic connector15AirbagNo.Circuit16Power outlet17Air conditioning system18Logistics19Body control module20Body control module21Instrument panel cluster/Anti-
theft alarm system22Ignition sensor23Body control module24Body control module25–26Power outlet load compartment
(if no load compartment fuse
box) (Sports tourer only)
Load compartment fuse box
3-door hatchback, 5-door
hatchback
The fuse box is on the left side of the
load compartment behind a cover.

Vehicle care287Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damage Rectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody
Some 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 upholstery Only 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 aweak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.

338Glovebox ..................................... 61
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display ............................ 124
H Halogen headlights ....................237
Hand brake ......................... 177, 178
Hazard warning flashers ............149
Headlight flash ........................... 144
Headlight range adjustment ......145
Headlights................................... 142
Headlights when driving abroad 145
Head restraint adjustment .............9
Head restraints ............................ 37
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 35
Heated steering wheel ...............101
Heating ........................................ 48
Heating and ventilation system . 155
Height adjustable rear floor cover 88
High beam ......................... 119, 144
High beam assist ................119, 144
Hill start assist ........................... 180
Horn ..................................... 15, 102
I
Identification plate .....................292
Ignition switch positions .............167
Immobiliser .......................... 29, 119
Indicators .................................... 108
Information displays.................... 120Instrument cluster ......................108
Instrument panel fuse box .........258
Instrument panel illumination .....255
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 151
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Interactive driving system ...........182
Interior care ............................... 287
Interior lighting ............................ 151
Interior lights ...................... 151, 255
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Interruption of power supply ......176
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....60
J
Jump starting ............................. 281
K Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .....116, 215
Lashing eyes ............................... 91
Lighting features .........................153
Light switch ................................ 142
Load compartment ................25, 82
Load compartment cover .............86
Load compartment fuse box ......259Loading information .....................97
Low fuel ..................................... 118
Low washer fluid ........................119
M
Malfunction indicator light ..........115
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual mode ............................. 175
Manual seat adjustment ...............42
Manual transmission .................. 177
Manual windows ..........................32
Memorised settings ......................22
Midlevel-Display ......................... 120
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................151
N
New vehicle running-in ..............166
Number plate light .....................254
O Object detection systems ...........201
Odometer ................................... 108
Oil, engine .......................... 290, 294
OnStar ........................................ 137
Operate pedal ............................. 115
Outside temperature ..................104
Overrun cut-off ........................... 168