2017 VAUXHALL ASTRA K washer fluid

Vehicle care199General Information
Accessories and vehicle modifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control
units) may invalidate the warranty
offered by Vauxhall. Furthermore,
such changes may impact fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle and
cause the vehicle to no longer
conform to the type approval,
impacting the validity of your vehicle
registration.Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.

Vehicle care203
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
approved coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.
Power steering fluid level normally
does not have to be checked. If an
unusual noise sounds during steering or the power steering reacts
unusually, seek the assistance of a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.

204Vehicle careCaution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
after a sudden drop in
temperature.
Use of washer fluid containing
isopropanol can damage exterior
lamps.
Washer fluid 3 253.
Brakes In the event of minimum thickness ofthe brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below MIN seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 253.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.

254Service and maintenanceDexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
petrol and diesel engines. If it is
unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities must be used.
Recommendations for petrol engines
are also valid for Compressed Natural
Gas (CNG), Liquified Petroleum Gas
(LPG) and Ethanol (E85) fuelled
engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 257.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different manufacturers and brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only
ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
prohibited, since it can cause long-
term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 257.Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 257.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only organic acid type-long life
coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for
the vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. Incold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C. This
concentration should be maintained
all year round. The use of additional
coolant additives that intend to give
additional corrosion protection or seal against minor leaks can cause
function problems. Liability for
consequences resulting from the use
of additional coolant additives will be
rejected.
Washer fluid
Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

288Glovebox ..................................... 59
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 95
H Halogen headlights ....................207
Hand brake ......................... 149, 150
Hazard warning flashers ............121
Headlight flash ........................... 116
Headlight range adjustment ......117
Headlights................................... 114 Headlights when driving abroad 117
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 37
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 34
Heated steering wheel .................72
Heating ........................................ 45
Heating and ventilation system . 127
Height adjustable rear floor cover 66
High beam ........................... 90, 116
High beam assist ..................90, 116
Hill start assist ........................... 152
Horn ....................................... 15, 73
I
Identification plate .....................255
Ignition switch positions .............139
Immobiliser ............................ 29, 90
Indicators ...................................... 79
Information displays...................... 91Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........224
Instrument panel illumination .....220
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 123
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Interactive driving system ...........154
Interior care ............................... 251
Interior lighting ............................ 123
Interior lights ...................... 123, 220
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Interruption of power supply ......148
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....58
J Jump starting ............................. 245
K Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L Lane departure warning .......87, 185
Lashing eyes ............................... 67
Lighting features .........................125
Light switch ................................ 114
Load compartment ................25, 63
Load compartment cover .............65
Load compartment fuse box ......225Loading information .....................69
Low fuel ....................................... 89
Low washer fluid ..........................90
M
Malfunction indicator light ............86
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual mode ............................. 147
Manual seat adjustment ...............40
Manual transmission .................. 149
Manual windows ..........................32
Memorised settings ......................22
Midlevel-Display ........................... 91
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................123
N New vehicle running-in ..............138
Number plate light .....................220
O
Object detection systems ...........173
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 253, 257
OnStar ........................................ 108
Operate pedal ............................... 86
Outside temperature ....................75
Overrun cut-off ........................... 140

289PParking ................................ 19, 142
Parking assist ............................ 173
Parking brake ............................ 150
Parking lights ............................. 122
Particulate filter ........................... 143
Performance .............................. 263
Performing work ........................200
Pollen filter ................................. 135
Power outlets ............................... 77
Power seat adjustment ................43
Power steering.............................. 87
Power steering fluid ....................203
Power windows ............................ 32
Preheating ................................... 88
Puncture ..................................... 237
Q
Quickheat ................................... 134
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) .................................... 284
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 124
Rear floor storage cover ..............66
Rear fog light ............................... 90
Rear fog lights ........................... 122
Rear seats .................................... 46
Rear storage ................................. 65
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 75Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 253, 257
Reduced engine power ................90
Refuelling ................................... 189 Registered trademarks ...............283
Retained power off .....................139
Reversing lights .........................123
Ride control systems ..................152
Roof .............................................. 35
Roof load ...................................... 69
Roof rack ..................................... 69
S Safety belts ................................... 46
Seat adjustment ............................. 7
Seat belt ........................................ 9
Seat belt reminder .......................85
Seat belts ..................................... 46
Seat folding .................................. 42
Seat heating ................................. 45
Seat position ................................ 39
Selector lever ............................. 146
Service ............................... 136, 252
Service display ............................ 81
Service information ....................252
Service vehicle soon .................... 86
Side airbag system ......................50
Side blind spot alert ....................180
Sidelights .................................... 114
Side turn signal lights ................218Smartphone controller ..................97
Software acknowledgement .......281
Spare wheel ............................... 241
Speed limiter............................... 159
Speedometer ............................... 79
Starting and operating ................138
Starting off ................................... 18
Starting the engine ....................139
Steering ...................................... 138
Steering wheel adjustment ....10, 72
Steering wheel controls ...............72
Stop-start system........................ 140
Storage ......................................... 59
Storage compartments .................59
Sunroof ........................................ 35
Sunvisor lights ........................... 124
Sun visors .................................... 34
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 79
Tail lights ................................... 215
Three-point seat belt .................... 47
Tools .......................................... 226
Top-tether fastening eyes ............58
Tow bar....................................... 193
Towing ................................ 193, 246
Towing another vehicle .............247
Towing equipment .....................194
Towing the vehicle .....................246

290Traction Control system ............. 152
Traction Control system off .......... 88
Traffic sign assistant ...................181
Trailer coupling ........................... 193
Trailer stability assist .................197
Trailer towing ............................. 193
Transmission ............................... 17
Transmission display .................145
Tread depth ............................... 233
Trip computer ............................ 101
Trip odometer .............................. 79
Turn and lane-change signals ...121
Turn signal ................................... 85
Tyre chains ................................ 234
Tyre designations ......................228
Tyre pressure ............................ 228
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 89, 230
Tyre pressures ........................... 269
Tyre repair kit ............................. 234
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 88, 173
Underseat storage .......................61
Upholstery .................................. 251
Uplevel-Combi-Display .................91
Upshift .......................................... 87
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 204
Vehicle checks............................ 200
Vehicle data ................................ 257
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 283
Vehicle detected ahead ................91
Vehicle dimensions .................... 267 Vehicle Identification Number ....255
Vehicle jack ................................ 226
Vehicle messages .......................97
Vehicle personalisation .............103
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 199
Vehicle tools ............................... 226
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 265
Ventilation ................................... 127
W
Warning chimes .........................100
Warning lights ............................... 79
Warning triangle .......................... 68
Washer and wiper systems .........16
Washer fluid ............................... 203
Wheel changing .........................237
Wheel covers ............................. 234
Wheels and tyres .......................228
Windows ....................................... 32Windscreen................................... 32
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........73
Winter tyres ............................... 228
Wiper blade replacement ..........206