2019.5 VAUXHALL ASTRA K battery replacement

22Keys, doors and windowsNotice
Do not put the electronic key into the
load compartment or in front of the
Info Display.
Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 121.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
To replace:
1. Press button at the back of the electronic key unit and extract thekey blade from the housing.
2. Insert the key blade again for approx. 6 mm and turn the key to
open the housing. Further
insertion of the key blade can
damage the housing.
3. Remove and replace battery. Use
CR 2032 or equivalent battery.
Pay attention to the installation
position.
4. Close the housing and insert key blade.
Electronic key synchronisation The electronic key synchronises itself automatically during every starting
procedure.
Fault
If the central locking cannot be
operated or the engine cannot be
started, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in electronic key.
● Electronic key is out of reception range.
● The battery voltage is too low.

226Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................226
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 226
Vehicle storage ........................227
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....227
Vehicle checks ........................... 228
Performing work ......................228
Bonnet ..................................... 228
Engine oil ................................. 229
Engine coolant ......................... 230
Washer fluid ............................ 231
Brakes ..................................... 231
Brake fluid ............................... 231
Vehicle battery ......................... 232
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....233
Wiper blade replacement ........233
Bulb replacement .......................234
Halogen headlights ..................234
Front fog lights ......................... 236
Tail lights ................................. 237
Side turn lights ......................... 243
Number plate light ...................243
Interior lights ............................ 244
Electrical system ........................244
Fuses ....................................... 244Engine compartment fuse box . 245
Instrument panel fuse box .......247
Load compartment fuse box ....249
Vehicle tools .............................. 251
Tools ........................................ 251
Wheels and tyres .......................252
Winter tyres ............................. 252
Tyre designations ....................253
Tyre pressure .......................... 253
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 254
Tread depth ............................. 258
Changing tyre and wheel size . 259
Wheel covers ........................... 259
Tyre chains .............................. 260
Tyre repair kit .......................... 260
Wheel changing .......................263
Spare wheel ............................ 264
Jump starting ............................. 269
Towing ....................................... 270
Towing the vehicle ...................270
Towing another vehicle ...........271
Appearance care .......................272
Exterior care ............................ 272
Interior care ............................. 274General 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 warrantyoffered by Vauxhall. Furthermore,
such changes may affect driver
assistance systems, fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle. They
may also invalidate the vehicle
operating permit.

Vehicle care233Charging the vehicle battery9Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6 V
when using a battery charger.
Otherwise the vehicle battery may be damaged.
Jump starting 3 269.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's Manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than 5 seconds. If the engine fails to start, seek the assistance of a
workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Windscreen
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

304IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 226
Active emergency braking ..........194
Adaptive cruise control .......112, 184
AdBlue ................................ 110, 168
Adjustable air vents ...................154
Airbag and belt tensioners .........107
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 107
Airbag label................................... 57
Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 155
Air conditioning system .............. 147
Air intake .................................... 155
Air vents...................................... 154
Antilock brake system ................ 174
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....109
Anti-theft alarm system ................35
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Appearance care ........................272
Armrest ................................... 52, 54
Armrest storage ........................... 71
Ashtrays ....................................... 97 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................40
Automatic light control ...............135
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............171
Autostop ..................................... 162
Auxiliary heater ........................... 154B
Battery discharge protection ......144
Battery voltage ........................... 122 Belts.............................................. 55
BlueInjection ............................... 168
Bonnet ....................................... 228
Brake and clutch fluid .................277
Brake and clutch system ...........108
Brake assist ............................... 177
Brake fluid .................................. 231
Brakes ............................... 174, 231
Breakdown.................................. 270
Bulb replacement ....................... 234
C Capacities .................................. 288
Cargo management system ........81
Catalytic converter .....................167
Central locking system ................23
Centre console lighting ..............143
Changing tyre and wheel size ...259
Charging system ........................ 108 Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............146
Clock............................................. 94

308Tyre pressure monitoringsystem ............................. 110, 254
Tyre pressures ........................... 289
Tyre repair kit ............................. 260
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 198
Upholstery .................................. 274
Uplevel display ........................... 113
USB port ....................................... 96
Using this manual ..........................3
V Valet mode ................................. 118
Vehicle battery ........................... 232
Vehicle checks............................ 228
Vehicle data ................................ 281
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 299
Vehicle detected ahead ..............112
Vehicle dimensions .................... 287
Vehicle identification number ....279
Vehicle jack ................................ 251
Vehicle messages .....................121
Vehicle personalisation .............122
Vehicle security ............................ 35
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 227
Vehicle tools ............................... 251
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6Ventilating ..................................... 53
Ventilation ................................... 146
W
Warning chimes .........................121
Warning lights ............................. 101
Warning triangle .......................... 85
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 231
Wheel changing .........................263
Wheel covers ............................. 259
Wheels and tyres .......................252
Windows ....................................... 40
Windscreen................................... 40
Windscreen wiper and washer ....91
Winter tyres ............................... 252
Wiper blade replacement ..........233