2016.5 VAUXHALL ASTRA J park assist

Instruments and controls129The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
● fluid levels
● anti-theft alarm system
● brakes
● drive systems
● ride control systems
● cruise control
● object detection systems
● lighting, bulb replacement
● wiper/washer system
● doors, windows
● radio remote control
● seat belts
● airbag systems
● engine and transmission
● tyre pressure
● diesel particle filter
● vehicle battery statusVehicle messages on the Colour-
Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the Colour-Info-
Display. Press the multifunction knob to confirm a message. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or whilst
driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● 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 parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed is exceeded.● If a warning message or awarning code appears in the
Driver Information Centre.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.
● If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear carrier sytem
extended.
● If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling
level.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message or
warning code 174 will appear in the
Driver Information Centre.

134Instruments and controlsVehicle settings
●Climate and air quality
Auto fan speed : Modifies the
level of the cabin airflow of the
climate control in automatic
mode.
Climate control mode : Controls
the state of the cooling
compressor when the vehicle is
started. Last setting
(recommended) or at vehicle
start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto rear demist : Activates rear
heated window automatically.
● Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rear auto wipe in reverse :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
● Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist. Activation is
selectable with or without
attached trailer coupling.
Auto collision preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of
the vehicle in the event of
imminent collision danger. The
following is selectable: the
system will take over brake
control, warn by chimes only or is
deactivated.
Side blind zone alert : Changes
the settings for the side blind spot alert system.
● Exterior ambient lighting
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the
welcome lighting.
● Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching
off ignition. Activates or

136Instruments and controlsRadio Settings
See Infotainment manual for further information.
Phone Settings
See Infotainment manual for further
information.
Navigation Settings
See Infotainment manual for further
information.
Display Settings ● Home Page Menu :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.
● Rear Camera Options :
Press to adjust the rear camera options 3 209.
● Display Off :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.
● Map Settings :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.Vehicle Settings
● Climate and Air Quality
Auto Fan Speed : Modifies the fan
regulation. Changed setting will
be active after switching the
ignition off and on again.
Air Conditioning Mode : Activates
or deactivates cooling when
switching on the ignition or uses
the last chosen setting.
Auto Demist : Activates or
deactivates auto demist.
Auto Rear Demist : Activates the
rear heated window
automatically.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Reverse Gear Wiper :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.● Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
sensors. Activation is selectable
with or without attached trailer
coupling.
Automatic Collision Preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of
the vehicle in the event of
imminent collision danger. The
following is selectable: the
system will take over brake
control, warn by chimes only or is
deactivated completely.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates the side blind spot alert system.
● Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates
or deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the duration of exit lighting.
● Power Door Locks
Open Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the

142LightingLightingExterior lighting.......................... 142
Light switch .............................. 142
Automatic light control .............143
High beam ............................... 144
High beam assist .....................144
Headlight flash ......................... 144
Headlight range adjustment ....145
Headlights when driving abroad .................................... 145
Daytime running lights .............146
Adaptive forward lighting .........146
Hazard warning flashers ..........149
Turn and lane-change signals . 149
Front fog lights ......................... 150
Rear fog lights ......................... 150
Parking lights ........................... 150
Reversing lights .......................151
Misted light covers ...................151
Interior lighting ........................... 151
Instrument panel illumination control ..................................... 151
Interior lights ............................ 151
Reading lights .......................... 152
Sunvisor lights ......................... 152Lighting features ........................153
Centre console lighting ............153
Entry lighting ............................ 153
Exit lighting .............................. 153
Battery discharge protection ....154Exterior lighting
Light switch
Turn light switch:
7:lights off8:sidelights9:low beam
Control indicator 8 3 119.

Driving and operating165Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 166
Control of the vehicle ...............166
Steering ................................... 166
Starting and operating ...............166
New vehicle running-in ............166
Ignition switch positions ...........167
Retained power off ..................167
Starting the engine ..................167
Overrun cut-off ........................ 168
Stop-start system ....................168
Parking .................................... 170
Engine exhaust .......................... 171
Diesel particle filter ..................171
Catalytic converter ...................172
Automatic transmission ..............173
Transmission display ...............173
Selector lever .......................... 174
Manual mode ........................... 175
Electronic driving programmes 175
Fault ........................................ 175
Interruption of power supply ....176
Manual transmission ..................177Brakes........................................ 177
Antilock brake system .............177
Parking brake .......................... 178
Brake assist ............................. 180
Hill start assist ......................... 180
Ride control systems .................180
Traction Control system ..........180
Electronic Stability Control ......181
Interactive driving system ........182
Driver assistance systems .........185
Cruise control .......................... 185
Speed limiter ........................... 187
Adaptive cruise control ............188
Forward collision alert .............195
Following distance indication ...198
Active Emergency Braking ......199
Parking assist .......................... 201
Side blind spot alert .................208
Rear view camera ...................209
Traffic sign assistant ................211
Lane departure warning ..........215
Fuel ............................................ 216
Fuel for petrol engines .............216
Fuel for diesel engines ............216
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....217
Refuelling ................................ 219
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 222Trailer hitch................................ 223
General information .................223
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 223
Trailer towing ........................... 223
Towing equipment ...................224
Trailer stability assist ...............227

166Driving and operatingDriving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 168.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
Use only floor mats which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver's side.
Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 116.Caution
Vehicles equipped with hydraulic
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel, and
is held in that position for more
than 15 seconds, damage may
occur to the power steering
system and there may be loss of
power steering assist.
Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be
inhibited to allow for charging the
battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 171.

180Driving and operatingApply electric parking brake: pull and
hold the switch m for more than five
seconds . If control indicator m
illuminates, electric parking brake is
applied.
Release electric parking brake: push
and hold the switch m for more than
two seconds. If control indicator m
extinguishes, electric parking brake is
released.
Control indicator m flashes: electric
parking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuously
flashing, release electric parking
brake and retry applying.
Brake assist If the brake pedal is depressed
quickly and forcefully, maximum
brake force is automatically applied
(full braking).
Maintain steady pressure on the
brake pedal for as long as full braking
is required. Maximum brake force is
automatically reduced when the
brake pedal is released.Hill start assist
The system helps prevent unintendedmovement when driving away on
inclines.
When releasing the brake pedal after
stopping on an incline, the brakes
remain on for a further two seconds.
The brakes release automatically as
soon as the vehicle begins to
accelerate.
The hill start assist is not active during
an Autostop.Ride control systems
Traction Control system
The Traction Control system (TC) is a component of the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) 3 181.
TC improves driving stability when
necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip, by
preventing the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the drive wheels starts to
spin, engine output is reduced and
the wheel spinning the most is braked
individually. This considerably
improves the driving stability of the
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.
TC is operational after each engine
start as soon as control indicator b
extinguishes.
When TC operates b flashes.

Driving and operating201Parking assist
Rear parking assist9 Warning
The driver bears full responsibility
for the parking manoeuvre.
Always check the surrounding
area while reversing and using the rear parking assist system.
The rear parking assist makes
parking easier by measuring the
distance between the vehicle and
rear obstacles. It informs and warns
the driver by giving acoustic signals.
The system has four ultrasonic
parking sensors in the rear bumper.
Activation
When reverse gear is engaged, the
system is ready to operate
automatically.
An illuminated LED in the parking
assist button r indicates that the
system is ready to operate.
Indication
The system warns the driver with
acoustic signals against potentially
hazardous obstacles behind the
vehicle. The interval between the
sounds becomes shorter as the
vehicle gets closer to that obstacle.
When the distance is less than
approx. 30 cm, the sound is
continuous.
Additionally, the distance to obstacles may be shown in the Driver
Information Centre.Deactivation
The system automatically switches
off when reverse gear is disengaged.
To switch on the system again,
engage reverse gear.
Manual deactivation is also possible by pressing r.
When the system is deactivated, the
LED in the button extinguishes.
Additionally, Park Assist Off pops-up
in the Driver Information Centre when
the system is deactivated manually.