2018 VAUXHALL ASTRA J GTC engine oil

Vehicle care201
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 268.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
cold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 252.
Coolant levelCaution
Too low a coolant level can cause
engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.

252Service and maintenancepollution, presence of airborne sand
and high dust content, driving at high
altitude and large variations of
temperature. Under these severe operating conditions, certain servicework may be required more frequently than the regular service interval.
The international service intervals are
valid for the countries which are not
listed in the European service
intervals.
Service display 3 81.
Confirmations
Confirmation of service is recorded in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
The date and mileage is completed
with the stamp and signature of the
servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when selling the
vehicle.Service interval with remaining
engine oil life duration
The service interval is based on
several parameters depending on
usage.
The service display lets you know
when to change the engine oil.
Service display 3 81.Recommended fluids,
lubricants and parts
Recommended fluids andlubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.9 Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use. The oil quality ensures e.g. engine
cleanliness, wear protection and oil
aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.

Service and maintenance253Dexos 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 oilCaution
In case of any spilled oil, wipe it up and dispose it properly.
Engine oils of different manufacturersand brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oils for all petrol
engines with only ACEA quality is
prohibited, since it can cause 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. In
cold 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.

Technical data257Vehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule Required engine oil qualityAll European countries with European service interval 3 251Engine oil qualityPetrol engine
B14NETAll other petrol engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85)Diesel enginesdexos1 Gen2✔––dexos2–✔✔
All engines except B14NET: In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may not use max. one litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval 3 251Ambient temperaturePetrol and diesel enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

258Technical dataInternational service schedule
Required engine oil qualityAll countries with international service interval 3 251Engine oil qualityPetrol engine
B14NETAll other petrol engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85)Diesel enginesdexos1 Gen2✔––dexos2–✔✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below:
All countries with international service interval 3 251Engine oil qualityPetrol engine
B14NETAll other petrol engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85)Diesel enginesACEA A3/B4–✔✔ACEA C3–✔✔

Technical data259Engine oil viscosity gradesAll countries with international service interval 3 251Ambient temperaturePetrol and diesel enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40down to -20 °CSAE 10W-30 1)
or SAE 10W-40 1)1)
Permitted, but usage of oils with dexos quality is recommended.

268Technical dataCapacities
Engine oilEngineA14XER,
B14XER,
B14NEL,
B14NET LPG,
B14NETA16LET,
B16XER,
A18XERA16XHT,
B16SHT,
B16SHLB20NFTincluding Filter [l]4.04.55.56.0between MIN and MAX [l]1.01.01.01.0EngineA13DTEB16DTH,
B16DTLA17DTC,
A17DTN,
A17DTSA20DTH,
A20DTRincluding Filter [l]3.55.05.44.5between MIN and MAX [l]1.01.01.01.0
Fuel tank
Petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l]56 7)LPG, refilling quantity [l]347)
A13DTE diesel engine in combination with special equipment: 46 litres.

287Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............127
Clock............................................. 75
Code ............................................. 97
Collision damage repair ..............282
Control indicators.......................... 82
Control of the vehicle .................138
Controls ........................................ 71
Convex shape .............................. 29
Coolant and antifreeze ...............252
Cruise control ...................... 90, 157
Cupholders .................................. 58
Curtain airbag system .................. 51
Curve lighting.............................. 118
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............118
Declaration of conformity ............278
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......205
Diesel particle filter ...............88, 144
Door open .................................... 91
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........157
Driver Information Centre .............91
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 192
Driving hints ................................ 138E
Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 220
Electric parking brake ...........86, 151
Electric parking brake fault ...........87
Electronic climate control system 130
Electronic driving programmes ..147
Electronic Stability Control.......... 153
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............88
Electronic Stability Control off ...... 88
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......199
Engine compartment fuse box ...221
Engine coolant ........................... 201
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 81
Engine data ............................... 260
Engine exhaust .......................... 143
Engine identification ...................256
Engine oil ................... 200, 252, 257
Engine oil pressure ......................89
Entry lighting .............................. 125
ERA GLONASS .......................... 111
Event data recorders ..................285
Exit lighting ................................ 125
Exterior care .............................. 247
Exterior light ................................. 90
Exterior lighting ....................13, 114
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29F
Fault ........................................... 148
First aid ......................................... 67
First aid kit ................................... 67
Fixed air vents ........................... 135
Fog light ....................................... 90
Fog lights ................................... 210
Folding mirrors ............................. 30
Following distance indication ......170
Forward collision alert................. 167
Front airbag system .....................50
Front fog lights ........................... 122
Front seats.................................... 39
Front storage ................................ 59
Front turn signal lights ...............212
Fuel............................................. 186
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 191
Fuel for diesel engines ..............187
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......188
Fuel for petrol engines ...............186
Fuel gauge ................................... 79
Fuel selector ................................ 79
Fuses ......................................... 220
G Gauges ......................................... 78
General information ...................192
Glass panel .................................. 36