2019 OPEL ASTRA J brake fluid

Vehicle care139Caution
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.
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.End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.

Vehicle care143Power 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.
Caution
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 3 178.
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 3 178.

Service and maintenance179Use 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
3 182.
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 3 182.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.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.

198IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 138
Adaptive forward lighting 73, 97, 148
Adjustable air vents ...................113
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........68
Airbag deactivation ................41, 68
Airbag system .............................. 39
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 114
Air conditioning system .............. 107
Air intake .................................... 113
Air vents...................................... 113
Antilock brake system ................ 125
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......70
Anti-theft locking system .............. 24 Appearance care ........................174
Armrest ................................... 35, 36
Armrest storage ........................... 50
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................27
Automatic light control .................94
Automatic locking ........................22
Automatic transmission .............121
B Battery discharge protection ......105
Battery voltage ............................. 81
Belts.............................................. 36 Bonnet ....................................... 140
Brake and clutch fluid .................178Brake and clutch system .............69
Brake assist ............................... 127
Brake fluid .................................. 143
Brakes ............................... 125, 143
Breakdown.................................. 172
Bulb replacement ....................... 145
C
Catalytic converter .....................120
Central locking system ................20
Centre console lighting ..............104
Centre console storage ...............50
Changing tyre and wheel size ...165
Charging system .......................... 68
Child locks ................................... 22
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 45
Child restraints.............................. 43
Child restraint systems ................43
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............106
Clock............................................. 60
Code ............................................. 79
Control indicators.......................... 65
Control of the vehicle .................115
Controls ........................................ 57
Convex shape .............................. 25
Coolant and antifreeze ...............178
Cruise control ...................... 73, 130

200Instrument panel illuminationcontrol .................................... 102
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 176
Interior lighting ............................ 102
Interior lights ...................... 102, 153
Interior mirrors .............................. 26
Interruption of power supply ......123
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 170
K
Key, memorised settings ..............20
Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 52
Lighting features .........................104
Light switch .................................. 93
Load compartment ................23, 51
Load compartment fuse box ......158
Loading information .....................54
Low fuel ....................................... 72
Low washer fluid ..........................73
M Malfunction indicator light ............69
Manual anti-dazzle ......................26Manual mode ............................. 122
Manual seat adjustment ...............33
Manual transmission .................. 124
Manual windows ..........................27
Memorised settings ......................20
Midlevel-Display ........................... 73
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................102
N New vehicle running-in ..............116
Number plate light .....................153
O Object detection systems ...........133
Odometer ..................................... 63
Oil, engine .......................... 178, 182
OnStar .......................................... 88
Operate pedal ............................... 69
Outside temperature ....................60
Overrun cut-off ........................... 117
P Parking ................................ 16, 118
Parking assist ......................70, 133
Parking brake ............................ 126
Parking lights ............................. 101
Particulate filter ........................... 119
Performing work ........................140
Power outlets ............................... 62
Power steering.............................. 70Power steering fluid ....................142
Power windows ............................ 28
Puncture ..................................... 167
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 196
Radio remote control ...................19
REACH ....................................... 191
Reading lights ............................ 103
Rear fog light ...............73, 101, 151
Rear seats .................................... 36
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 178, 182
Reduced engine power ................72
Refuelling ................................... 136
Registered trademarks ...............193
Retained power off .....................116
Reversing lights .........................102
Ride control systems ..................128
Roof load ...................................... 54
Roof rack ..................................... 53
S Safety belts ................................... 36
Seat adjustment ............................. 7
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................68
Seat belts ..................................... 36
Seat heating ................................. 35
Seat position ................................ 32