2020 VAUXHALL ASTRA K charging

Driving and operating159Restart of the engine by the stop-start system
On vehicles with manual transmission
which are in a conventional Autostop,
the selector lever must be in neutral
to enable an automatic restart.
On vehicles with manual transmission
which are in an early Autostop, an
automatic restart is possible, when
not in neutral if the brake pedal and
the clutch pedal are depressed.
On vehicles with automatic
transmission, the selector lever must
be in D to enable an automatic restart.
The engine will be restarted
automatically by the stop-start
system, if one of the following
conditions occurs during an Autostop:
● The stop-start system is manually deactivated.
● The bonnet is opened.
● The driver's seat belt is unfastened and / or the driver's
door is opened.
● The engine temperature is too low.● The charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level.
● The brake vacuum is not sufficient.
● The vehicle is driven at least at walking speed.
● The climate control system requests an engine start.
● The desired compartment temperature does not match the
actual temperature.
● The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during the restart might be noticeable.
Notice
If a trailer or a bike carrier is
attached, early Autostop and late
restart is deactivated.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 1 second until
control indicator m illuminates
constantly and electric parking
brake is applied 3 109.
● Switch off the engine. ● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector

Vehicle care227Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is located in the
load compartment.
There are connecting points for jump
starting 3 262.
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 139.
Disconnecting the battery
If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.
Replacing the vehicle battery
Notice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to
temporary deactivation or
disturbance of the stop-start system.
When the vehicle battery is being
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap, and the ventilation in the vicinity of the
negative terminal must be opened.
Ensure that the battery is always replaced by the same type of battery.
The vehicle battery has to be
replaced by a workshop.
Stop-start system 3 156.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6 V

228Vehicle carewhen using a battery charger.
Otherwise the vehicle battery may be damaged.
Jump starting 3 262.
Discharge protection
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
When the vehicle is being driven, the
load reduction function temporarily
deactivates certain functions, e.g. the heated rear window.
The deactivated functions are
reactivated automatically as soon as
conditions permit.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must be increased. This will be achieved by
an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Power outlet
The power outlets are deactivated in
the event of low vehicle battery
voltage.
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 containssulphuric 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.

Vehicle care255On Sports Tourer the tyre repair kit is
in a suitcase on the right side of the
load compartment behind a cover.
The suitcase is secured with a strap.
1. Remove the sealant bottle.
2. Insert thumb into the opening and
pull out the compressor.
3. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the
stowage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.6. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the
engine.

296IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 221
Active emergency braking ..........189
Adaptive cruise control .......113, 178
AdBlue ................................ 111, 162
Adjustable air vents ...................148
Airbag and belt tensioners .........108
Airbag deactivation ..............64, 108
Airbag label................................... 59
Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 149
Air conditioning system .............. 140
Air intake .................................... 149
Air vents...................................... 148
Antilock brake system ................ 169
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....110
Anti-theft alarm system ................36
Anti-theft locking system .............. 36
Appearance care ........................266
Armrest ................................... 54, 56
Armrest storage ........................... 73
Ashtrays ..................................... 100
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................41
Automatic light control ...............130
Automatic locking ........................29
Automatic transmission .............165
Autostop ..................................... 156
Auxiliary heater ........................... 148B
Baselevel display ........................114
Battery discharge protection ......139
Battery voltage ........................... 122
Belts.............................................. 57
BlueInjection ............................... 162
Bonnet ....................................... 223
Brake and clutch fluid .................271
Brake and clutch system ...........109
Brake assist ............................... 172
Brake fluid .................................. 226 Brakes ............................... 169, 226
Breakdown.................................. 264
Bulb replacement ....................... 229
C Capacities .................................. 282
Cargo management system ........83
Catalytic converter .....................162
Central locking system ................24
Centre console lighting ..............138
Changing tyre and wheel size ...253
Charging system ........................ 109
Child locks ................................... 30
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 68
Child restraints.............................. 66
Child restraint systems ................66
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock............................................. 96

298Headlights when driving abroad 132
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 47
Heated mirrors ............................. 40
Heated rear window ..................... 44
Heated steering wheel .................92
Heated windscreen .......................44
Heating .................................. 55, 57
High beam ......................... 112, 132
High beam assist ................112, 130
Hill start assist ........................... 172
Horn ....................................... 13, 93
I Identification plate .....................274
Ignition switch positions .............151
Immobiliser .......................... 39, 112
Indicators .................................... 103
Inductive charging ........................99
Info Display ................................. 120
Information displays.................... 114
Instrument cluster ......................100
Instrument panel fuse box .........243
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 136
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 268
Interior lighting ............................ 136
Interior lights ...................... 137, 239
Interior mirrors .............................. 41Interruption of power supply ......168
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 262
K Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane keep assist ................110, 209
Lashing eyes ............................... 82
LED headlights ...................112, 133
Lighting features .........................138
Light switch ................................ 129
Load compartment ................31, 74
Load compartment cover .............80
Load compartment fuse box ......244
Loading information .....................89
Low fuel ..................................... 112
M Malfunction indicator light ..........109
Manual anti-dazzle ......................41
Manual mode ............................. 167
Manual seat adjustment ...............49
Manual transmission .................. 169
Manual windows ..........................42
Massage ....................................... 56Maximum speed......................... 248
Memorised settings ......................24
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................136
N
New vehicle running-in ..............151
Number plate light .....................239
O Object detection systems ...........194
Odometer ................................... 104
Oil, engine .......................... 271, 275
Outside temperature ....................96
Overrun cut-off ........................... 156
P Parking ................................ 18, 159
Parking assist ............................ 194
Parking brake ............................ 170
Parking lights ............................. 136
Particulate filter ........................... 161
Pedestrian detection ...................113
Performance .............................. 279
Performing work ........................223
Power button .............................. 152
Power outlets ............................... 98
Power seat adjustment ................51
Power windows ............................ 42
Preheating ................................. 111
Puncture ..................................... 258