2020 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 42.
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 41.
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 60.
Ignition positions 3 152.

In brief111Power windows .....................43
2 Exterior mirrors .....................40
3 Central locking system ..........25
4 Side air vents ...................... 149
5 Cruise control .....................176
Speed limiter ....................... 177
Adaptive cruise control .......179
Forward collision alert .........187
6 Turn lights, headlight
flash, low / high beam,
high beam assist .................136
Exit lighting ......................... 139
Parking lights ...................... 137
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
7 Instruments ........................ 104
Driver Information Centre .... 115
8 Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
9 Windscreen wiper and
washer, rear wiper and
washer ................................. 94
10 Centre air vents ................... 14911Info Display ......................... 121
12 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 37
13 Hazard warning flashers ....135
14 Glovebox .............................. 73
15 Controls for Info Display
operation ............................. 121
16 Climate control system ........ 141
17 Fuse box ............................ 244
18 Traction Control system .....173
Electronic Stability Control . 174
Parking assist / Advanced
parking assist .....................195
Lane keep assist ................210
Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 157
19 Manual transmission ..........169
Automatic transmission ......166
20 Power outlet .......................... 99
21 Parking brake ......................171
22 Power button ....................... 153
23 Ignition switch .....................152
24 Steering wheel adjustment ..93
25 Horn ..................................... 9426Bonnet release lever ..........224
27 Storage compartment ...........74
28 Light switch ........................ 130
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 133
Front / rear fog lights ..........136
Instrument illumination .......137

In brief17Demisting and defrosting the
windows, electronic climate
control
Press V.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
high speed.
Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Electronic climate control system 3 143.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal and press the release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
Manual transmission 3 169.
Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 166.

18In briefStarting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 249 and
condition 3 285
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 225
● 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 49 and seat belts
3 59
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wetStarting the engine
Ignition switch
● Turn key to position 2.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Manual transmission: operate clutch and 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 3 155.
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.
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.

20In brieflever 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.●
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 3 224.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 3 223.

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 ........................................... 32
Load compartment ....................32
Vehicle security ............................ 37
Anti-theft locking system ...........37
Anti-theft alarm system ..............37
Immobiliser ................................ 40
Exterior mirrors ............................ 40
Convex shape ........................... 40
Electric adjustment ....................40
Folding mirrors .......................... 41
Heated mirrors ........................... 41
Interior mirrors ............................. 42
Manual anti-dazzle ....................42
Automatic anti-dazzle ................42Windows...................................... 42
Windscreen ............................... 42
Manual windows ........................43
Power windows ......................... 43
Heated rear window ..................45
Heated windscreen ....................45
Sun visors .................................. 45
Roof ............................................. 46
Sunroof ...................................... 46Keys, 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 3 267.
Central locking 3 25.
Starting the engine 3 155.
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 3 258.

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 32
● ignition switching on and starting the engine 3 155
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.

Keys, doors and windows252. Insert the key blade again forapprox. 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 startingprocedure.
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.● 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.
To rectify the cause of the fault,
change the position of the electronic
key.
Manual unlocking 3 25.
Memorised settings
Whenever the ignition is switched off,
some functions of the following
settings may be automatically
memorised by the remote control unit or the electronic key:
● automatic climate control
● lighting
● Infotainment system
● central locking system
● comfort settings
The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the ignition is
switched on with the memorised key
of the remote control unit 3 152 or
electronic key 3 23.A precondition is that Personalisation
by Driver is activated in the personal
settings of the Info Display. This must
be set for each remote control unit or
electronic key which is used. The
status change is available only after
locking and unlocking the vehicle.
The assigned memory position of the
power seat is automatically recalled
when switching on ignition and Auto
Memory Recall is activated in the
Info Display for the memorised
remote control or electronic key.
Power seat 3 52.
Vehicle personalisation 3 124.
Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door. Pulling the handle once more opens the door.
Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.