2018 VAUXHALL ASTRA J GTC boot

In brief74-door saloon
Press x on the remote control for at
least two seconds; the boot lid opens slightly.
Radio remote control 3 21, Central
locking system 3 22, Load
compartment 3 25.
Seat adjustment
Longitudinal adjustment
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle. Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure that the seat is locked
in place.
Seat position 3 39, Manual seat
adjustment 3 40, Power seat
adjustment 3 43.
Backrest inclination
Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the seat to
engage audibly.
Seat position 3 39, Manual seat
adjustment 3 40, Power seat
adjustment 3 43, Seat folding
3 42.

26Keys, doors and windowsTo unlock the boot lid, press x on
the remote control for at least two
seconds, or, to open from the inside,
press x in the centre console; the
boot lid is opened slightly.
With the doors centrally locked, the
boot lid cannot be opened by pressing
x in the centre console.
Closing
Use one of the interior handles.
Do not push the touchpad switch or
the brand emblem whilst closing as
this will unlock the tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 22.
General hints for operating
tailgate
9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.Caution
Before opening the tailgate check
overhead obstructions, such as a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the tailgate.
Notice
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.

112Instruments and controls9Danger
The service is only available for
markets where it is legally required and activated. Furthermore, the
manual and the automatic
emergency call function depend
on the availability of the
emergency centres and the
infrastructure in the country.
Notice
In order to be available and
operational, the system requires
functioning vehicle electrics, mobile
service and GLONASS satellite link.
Depending on equipment, a backup
battery is used.
Control buttons
SOS button K
Press K and after a prompt press
again to establish an emergency
connection.
TECT button J
Press J for cancellation of a call or for
service (technician use only).
Status LED
The system provides feedback via
voice messages and an LED.
Green:The system is ready or
within the recall time,
during which the advisor
can call back after an
established connection
(up to approx. two hours,
also possible with ignition
off).Green
flashing:The system is dialling,
data transmitting or a
voice connection is
established.Red:The system is booting up
for maximum 15 seconds
after switching on ignition,
then the LED turns green. If the LED stays red or
turns from green to red, a
problem arose seek the
assistance of a workshop.Red
flashing:Call is not possible, e.g.
because of unavailable
mobile network.Red/
green
flashing:System is in test mode.
Do not press any button
and wait until time-out.Off:System is off.

Vehicle care249Ice residues, pollution and continuous
wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
Sunroof Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the sunroof.
Glass panel
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the glass panel.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damage
Rectify minor paintwork damage with a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Air shutter Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.