2016.5 VAUXHALL ASTRA J automatic transmission fluid

In brief17Rear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper/washer 3 104.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 177.
Automatic transmissionP:parkR:reverseN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode: move selector
lever from D to the left.<:manual mode upshifting]:manual mode downshifting
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 173.

18In briefStarting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 264, 3 308.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 231.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 30, 3 39,
3 50.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● 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 operate accelerator pedal.
● Diesel engines: turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator !
extinguishes.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
Starting the engine 3 167.
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Set the lever in neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 168.

336IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 229
Active Emergency Braking .........199
Active head restraints ..................38
Adaptive cruise control .......119, 188
Adaptive forward lighting ..119,
146, 240
Adjustable air vents ...................163
Airbag and belt tensioners .........114
Airbag deactivation ..............54, 114
Airbag system .............................. 52
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 164
Air conditioning system .............. 156
Air intake .................................... 163
Air vents...................................... 163
Antilock brake system ................ 177
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....116
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft locking system .............. 27
Appearance care ........................285
Armrest ........................................ 48
Armrest storage ........................... 63
Ashtrays ..................................... 107
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................32
Automatic light control ...............143
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............173Autostop..................................... 168
Auxiliary heater ........................... 162
B
Battery discharge protection ......154
Battery voltage ........................... 129 Belts.............................................. 49
Bicycle rack .................................. 65
Bonnet ....................................... 230
Brake and clutch fluid .................290
Brake and clutch system ...........115
Brake assist ............................... 180
Brake fluid .................................. 234
Brakes ............................... 177, 234
Breakdown.................................. 283
Bulb replacement ....................... 237
C Capacities .................................. 307
Cargo management system ........91
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................172
Central locking system ................23
Centre console lighting ..............153
Centre console storage ...............64
Changing tyre and wheel size ...269
Charging system ........................ 115
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 56