2016.75 VAUXHALL ASTRA J key

Driving and operating167Rocking the vehicleRocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
lever between D and R in a repeat
pattern. Do not race the engine and
avoid sudden acceleration.
Parking
Apply the parking brake and engage P .
The ignition key can only be removed
when the selector lever is in position
P .
Manual modeMove selector lever out of position D
towards the left in position M.
Tap selector lever upwards + to shift
to a higher gear.
Tap the selector lever downwards - to
shift to a lower gear.
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the Driver
Information Centre.
In manual mode, no automatic
shifting to a higher gear takes place
at high engine revolutions.
Gear shift indication
The symbol R or S with a number
beside it is indicated when
gearshifting is recommended for fuel
saving reasons.
Shift indication appears only in
manual mode.Electronic driving
programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting
points when driving up inclines or
down hills.
● In snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery surfaces, the
electronic transmission control
enables the driver to select
manually first, second or third
gear for starting off.
Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is presseddown completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on engine speed.

168Driving and operatingFault
In the event of a fault a message is
displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 120.
Electronic transmission control
enables only fourth gear. The
transmission no longer shifts
automatically.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Interruption of power supply In the event of an interruption of
power supply, the selector lever
cannot be moved out of the P
position. The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
start the vehicle using jump leads
3 253.
If the vehicle battery is not the cause
of the fault, release the selector lever.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console. Poke
with a finger into the leather
socket below the selector lever
and push the trim upwards.
Rotate trim to the left.3. Insert a small stick (e.g. a pen or screw driver) into the opening
near the selector lever. Push
down the the stick vertically and
move the selector lever out of P. If
this position is engaged again, the selector lever will be locked again.
Have the cause of the power
supply interruption remedied by a
workshop.
4. Mount the selector lever trim onto
the centre console and refit.

Driving and operating171Engine brakingAutomatic mode
When driving downhill, the manual transmission automated does not shift into higher gears until a fairly
high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when
braking.
Manual mode
To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill. Changing into
manual mode is only possible while the engine is running or during an
Autostop.
Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
lever between R and D in a repeat
pattern. Do not race the engine and
avoid sudden acceleration.Parking
The most recently engaged gear (see transmission display) remains
engaged when switching off ignition.
With N, no gear is engaged.
Therefore always apply the parking
brake when switching off ignition. If
parking brake is not applied, P flashes
in the transmission display and the
key cannot be removed from the
ignition switch. P stops flashing in the
transmission display as soon as the
parking brake is slightly applied.
When the ignition is switched off, the
transmission no longer responds to
movement of the selector lever.
Manual mode
If a higher gear is selected when the engine speed is too low, or a lower
gear when the speed is too high, the
shift is not executed. This prevents
the engine from running at too low or
too high an engine speed. A warning
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 120.If engine speed is too low, the
transmission automatically shifts to a
lower gear.
When + or - is selected in automatic
mode, the transmission switches to
manual mode and shifts accordingly.
Gear shift indication
The symbol R or S with a number
beside is indicated when gearshifting
is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Shift indication appears only in
manual mode.
Electronic driving programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
● The adaptive programme tailors gearshifting to the driving
conditions, e.g. greater load or
gradients.

208Driving and operatingDisengage and fold down the
connecting socket. Remove the
sealing plug from the opening for the
coupling ball bar and stow it.
Checking the tensioning of the
coupling ball bar
● Red marking on rotary knob must
point towards green marking on
coupling ball bar.
● The gap between the rotary knob
and the coupling ball bar must be approx. 6 mm.
● The key must be in position c.
Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must
be tensioned before being inserted:
● Unlock coupling ball bar by turning key to position c.
● Pull out rotary knob and turn
clockwise as far as it will go.
Inserting the coupling ball bar
Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar
in the opening and push firmly
upwards until it audibly engages.
The rotary handle snaps back into its
original position resting against the
coupling ball bar without a gap.
9 Warning
Do not touch rotary handle during
insertion.
Lock the coupling ball bar by turning
the key to position e. Remove the key
and close the protective flap.

Driving and operating209Eye for break-away stopping cable
Attach breakaway stopping cable to
eye.
Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed
● Green marking on rotary knob must point towards green
marking on coupling ball bar.
● There must be no gap between the rotary handle and the
coupling ball bar.
● The coupling ball bar must be firmly engaged in the opening.
● The coupling ball bar must be locked and the key removed.
9Warning
Towing a trailer is permitted only
when a coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If the coupling ball bardoes not engage correctly, seekthe assistance of a workshop.
Dismounting the coupling ball bar
Open the protective flap and turn the
key to position c to unlock the
coupling ball bar.
Pull out rotary handle and turn
clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out coupling ball bar downwards.
Insert sealing plug in opening.
Fold away connecting socket.
On Sports Tourer insert cover into
rear bumper as shown in the
illustration.

234Vehicle careNo.Circuit1–2Climate control system, fan3Power seat driver side4Cigarette lighter/Power outlet
front5–6Power window front7ABS8Heated steering wheel9Body control module10Power window rear11Sunroof12Body control module13Seat heating (only on vehicles
without alarm horn)14Exterior mirror15Body control module16Body control moduleNo.Circuit17Body control module18Body control module19Data link connector20Airbag system21Climate control system22Central locking system, tailgate23Electronic key system24Power seat memory function25Airbag system steering wheel26Ignition switch/Steering column
lock27Body control module28USB socket29–30Selector lever31Rear window wiper32Transmission control moduleNo.Circuit33Anti-theft alarm system/Power
sounder34Parking assist/Side blind spot
alert/Infotainment system/USB
socket35OnStar36Info display/Instrument cluster/ CD player37Infotainment system, radio
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
Vehicles with power connector: 1. Apply the cover on the right side.

285Control indicators........................ 107
Control of the vehicle .................154
Controls ........................................ 90
Convex shape .............................. 38
Coolant and antifreeze ...............261
Cruise control ....................112, 178
Cupholders .................................. 70
Curtain airbag system .................. 61
Curve lighting.............................. 134
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............134
Declaration of conformity ............280
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......218
Diesel particle filter ....................164
Door open .................................. 113
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........178
Driver Information Centre ...........113
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 206
Driving hints ................................ 154
E Electric adjustment ......................38
Electrical system......................... 230
Electric parking brake .........109, 173
Electric parking brake fault .........109
Electronic climate control system 146Electronic driving programmes .
........................................ 167, 171
Electronic key system ...................21
Electronic Stability Control.......... 176
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........110
Electronic Stability Control off..... 110
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......212
Engine compartment fuse box ...231
Engine coolant ........................... 215
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 105
Engine data ............................... 268
Engine exhaust .......................... 164
Engine identification ...................264
Engine oil ................... 214, 261, 265
Engine oil pressure ....................111
Entry lighting .............................. 141
Event data recorders ..................282
Exit lighting ................................ 141
Exterior care .............................. 257
Exterior light ............................... 112
Exterior lighting ....................12, 132
Exterior mirrors ............................. 38
F
Fault ................................... 168, 172
First aid kit ................................... 85
Fixed air vents ........................... 151
Fog light ..................................... 112Fog lights ................................... 221
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Following distance ......................110
Following distance indication ......184
Forward collision alert................. 181
Fragrance diffuser ........................97
Front airbag system .....................60
Front fog lights ........................... 138
Front seats.................................... 46
Front storage ................................ 71
Fuel............................................. 203
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 204
Fuel for diesel engines ..............203
Fuel for petrol engines ...............203
Fuel gauge ................................. 105 Fuses ......................................... 230
G
Gauges ....................................... 103
Gear shifting ............................... 110
General information ...................205
Glovebox ..................................... 70
H
Halogen headlights ....................219
Hand brake ......................... 172, 173
Hazard warning flashers ............137
Headlight flash ........................... 133
Headlight range adjustment ......133
Headlights................................... 132

286Headlights when driving abroad 134
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 45
Heated mirrors ............................. 39
Heated rear window ..................... 42
Heated steering wheel .................91
Heating .................................. 53, 54
Heating and ventilation system . 143
High beam ......................... 112, 133
High beam assist ........................112
Hill start assist ........................... 175
Horn ....................................... 13, 91
I
Identification plate .....................263
Ignition switch positions .............154
Immobiliser .......................... 37, 112
Indicators .................................... 103
Info display ................................. 118
Information displays.................... 113
Instrument cluster ......................100
Instrument panel fuse box .........233
Instrument panel illumination .....229
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 140
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 258
Interior lighting ............................ 140
Interior lights ...................... 140, 229
Interior mirrors .............................. 39Interruption of power supply ......168
Introduction .................................... 3
J Jump starting ............................. 253
K Key, memorised settings ..............23
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane keep assist ................110, 201
Lashing eyes ............................... 80
LED headlights ...................112, 134
Lighting features .........................141
Light switch ................................ 132
Load compartment ................29, 72
Load compartment cover .............78
Load compartment fuse box ......235
Loading information .....................87
Low fuel ..................................... 111
M Malfunction indicator light ..........109
Manual anti-dazzle ......................39
Manual mode .....................167, 171
Manual seat adjustment ...............47
Manual transmission .................. 169
Manual transmission automated 169
Manual windows ..........................40Massage....................................... 54
Maximum speed ......................... 238
Memorised settings ......................23
Midlevel display .......................... 113
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9 Misted light covers .....................139
N
New vehicle running-in ..............154
Number plate light .....................229
O Object detection systems ...........186
Odometer ................................... 104
Oil, engine .......................... 261, 265
OnStar ........................................ 128
Outside temperature ....................94
Overrun cut-off ........................... 159
P Parking ................................ 18, 162
Parking assist ............................ 186
Parking brake ............................ 173
Parking lights ............................. 139
Particulate filter ........................... 164
Performance .............................. 270
Performing work ........................213
Pollen filter ................................. 152
Power button .............................. 155
Power connector........................... 97
Power outlets ............................... 96