2019 OPEL ASTRA K ignition

In brief9Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror
To adjust the mirror, move the mirror
housing in the desired direction.
Manual anti-dazzle interior mirror
3 41.
Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 42.
Exterior mirrors
Select the relevant exterior mirror by
switching the rocker control to left
mirror (L) or right mirror (R). Adjust
respective mirror by the four-way control.
Convex exterior mirrors 3 40,
Electric adjustment 3 40, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 40.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 41.
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock the lever, adjust the steering
wheel, then engage the lever and
ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
unless the vehicle is stationary and the steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 59, Ignition
positions 3 157.

In brief111Power windows .....................42
2 Exterior mirrors .....................40
3 Central locking system ..........25
4 Side air vents ...................... 154
5 Cruise control .....................184
Speed limiter ....................... 186
Adaptive cruise control .......187
Forward collision alert .........195
6 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low/high beam, high beam
assist ................................... 141
Exit lighting ......................... 144
Parking lights ...................... 142
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
7 Instruments ........................ 103
Driver Information Centre .... 115
8 Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
9 Forward collision alert
indicator ............................. 19510Windscreen wiper and
washer, rear wiper and
washer ................................. 93
11 Centre air vents ................... 154
12 Info Display ......................... 121
13 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 37
14 Hazard warning flashers ....140
15 Glovebox .............................. 72
16 CD player
17 Controls for Info Display
operation ............................. 121
18 Climate control system ........ 147
19 Fuse box ............................ 250
20 Traction Control system .....181
Electronic Stability Control . 182
Sport mode ........................ 183
Parking assist / Advanced
parking assist .....................201
Lane keep assist ................216
Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 162
Fuel selector ....................... 105
21 Manual transmission ..........174Automatic transmission ......171
Manual transmission
automated ........................... 175
22 Power outlet .......................... 98
23 Parking brake ......................179
24 Power button ....................... 158
25 Ignition switch .....................157
26 Steering wheel adjustment ..92
27 Horn ..................................... 93
28 Bonnet release lever ..........231
29 Storage compartment ...........73
30 Light switch ........................ 135
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 136
Front/rear fog lights ............141
Instrument illumination .......143

In brief17Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 171.
Manual transmission automatedN:neutral positionD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshiftR:reverse
Engage reverse only when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 175.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure and condition 3 256, 3 295
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 232.
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 40,
seats 3 48 and seat belts
3 58
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet

18In briefStarting the engineIgnition switch
● Turn key to position 2.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
operate brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Diesel engines: wait until control
indicator ! for preheating
extinguishes.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release after engine has been
started.
Starting the engine 3 160.
To turn the key back from position 2
to 1 or 0, first push the key all the way
in towards the steering column.
Power button ● Press Engine Start/Stop for a few
seconds until green LED
illuminates.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
operate brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.● Diesel engines: wait until control
indicator ! for preheating
extinguishes.
● Press Engine Start/Stop and
release.
Starting the engine 3 160.

In brief19Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, an Autostop is activated.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
A restart is indicated by the needle at
the idle speed position in the
tachometer.
Stop-start system 3 162.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual
parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as
firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress
brake pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
a minimum of one second until
control indicator m illuminates
constantly and electric parking
brake is applied 3 110.
● Switch off the engine. ● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P before
removing the ignition key or
switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button. On
an uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key or switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.

20In briefFor vehicles with manual
transmission automated, the key can only be removed from
the ignition switch when the
parking brake is applied.
● Lock the vehicle with e on the
radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 37.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 231.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 21, Laying-up the
vehicle for a long period of time
3 230.

Keys, doors and windows21Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 21
Keys .......................................... 21
Radio remote control .................22
Electronic key system ................23
Memorised settings ...................25
Central locking system ..............25
Automatic locking ......................30
Child locks ................................. 31
Doors ........................................... 31
Load compartment ....................31
Vehicle security ............................ 37
Anti-theft locking system ...........37
Anti-theft alarm system ..............37
Immobiliser ................................ 39
Exterior mirrors ............................ 40
Convex shape ........................... 40
Electric adjustment ....................40
Folding mirrors .......................... 40
Heated mirrors ........................... 41
Interior mirrors ............................. 41
Manual anti-dazzle ....................41
Automatic anti-dazzle ................42Windows...................................... 42
Windscreen ............................... 42
Manual windows ........................42
Power windows ......................... 42
Heated rear window ..................44
Sun visors .................................. 44
Roof ............................................. 45
Sunroof ...................................... 45Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky itemsto the ignition key.
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 275, Central locking 3 25,
Starting the engine 3 160.
Radio remote control 3 22.
Electronic key 3 23.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 266.

Keys, doors and windows23
1.Insert flat screwdriver into the slot
and separate the back cover from the remote control by slightly
turning the screwdriver.
2. Remove and replace battery. Use
CR 2032 or equivalent battery.
Pay attention to the installation
position.
3. Insert the back cover in the area of the key blade, fold down and
close.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while notin range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Manual unlocking 3 25.Electronic key system
Enables a keyless operation of the
following functions:
● central locking system 3 25
● power tailgate 3 31
● ignition switching on and starting the engine 3 160
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 22.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.