Opel New Astra 2019 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual

Contents

Introduction ....................................	2
In brief ............................................	6
Keys, doors and windows ............	21
Seats, restraints ...........................	47
Storage ........................................	72
Instruments and controls .............	91
Lighting ......................................	135
Climate control ...........................	146
Driving and operating .................	156
Vehicle care ...............................	229
Service and maintenance ..........	278
Technical data ...........................	282
Customer information ................	298
Index ..........................................	310

2Introduction

Introduction

Introduction 3

Vehicle specific data

Please enter your vehicle's data on the previous page to keep it easily accessible. This information is available in the sections "Service and maintenance" and "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate.

Introduction

Your vehicle is a designed combination of advanced technology, safety, environmental friendliness and economy.

This Owner's Manual provides you with all the necessary information to enable you to drive your vehicle safely and efficiently.

Make sure your passengers are aware of the possible risk of accident and injury which may result from improper use of the vehicle.

You must always comply with the specific laws and regulations of the country that you are in. These laws may differ from the information in this Owner's Manual.

Disregarding the description given in this manual may affect your warranty.

When this Owner's Manual refers to a workshop visit, we recommend your Opel Service Partner.

For gas vehicles we recommend an Opel Repairer authorised for servicing gas vehicles.

All Opel Service Partners provide first-class service at reasonable prices. Experienced mechanics trained by Opel work according to specific Opel instructions.

The customer literature pack should always be kept ready to hand in the vehicle.

Using this manual

●Thismanualdescribesalloptions and features available for this model. Certain descriptions, including those for display and menu functions, may not apply to your vehicle due to model variant, country specifications, special equipment or accessories.

●The"Inbrief"sectionwillgiveyou an initial overview.

●The table of contents at the beginning of this manual and within each section shows where the information is located.

●The index will enable you to search for specific information.

●ThisOwner'sManualdepictslefthand drive vehicles. Operation is similar for right-hand drive vehicles.

●The Owner's Manual uses the engine identifier code. The corresponding sales designation and engineering code can be found in the section "Technical data".

●Directional data, e.g. left or right, or front or back, always relate to the direction of travel.

●Displays may not support your specific language.

●Display messages and interior labelling are written in bold letters.

4Introduction

Danger, Warnings and

Cautions

9 Danger

Text marked 9 Danger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life.

9 Warning

Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.

Caution

Text marked Caution provides informationonpossibledamageto the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage.

Symbols

Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page".

Page references and index entries refer to the indented headings given in the section table of content.

Chronological order to select menu entries in the vehicle personalisation is indicated with I.

We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving.

Your Opel Team

Introduction 5

6In brief

In brief

Initial drive information

Vehicle unlocking

Press cto unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles.

Tailgate

5-door Hatchback: to open the tailgate, push the touchpad switch below the brand emblem.

Sports Tourer: to open the tailgate, push the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding.

Radio remote control 3 22. Central locking system 3 25. Electronic key system 3 23. Load compartment 3 31.

In brief

7

Seat adjustment

Longitudinal adjustment

Pull handle, slide seat, release handle.Trytomovetheseatbackand forth to ensure that the seat is locked in place.

Seat position 3 48.

Manual seat adjustment 3 49. Power seat adjustment 3 51.

Backrests inclination

Turn handwheel. Do not lean on backrest when adjusting.

Seat position 3 48.

Manual seat adjustment 3 49. Power seat adjustment 3 51.

Seat height

Lever pumping motion

up	:	seat higher
down	:	seat lower

Seat position 3 48.

Manual seat adjustment 3 49. Power seat adjustment 3 51.

8In brief

Seat inclination

Press switch

top	:	front end higher
bottom	:	front end lower

Seat position 3 48.

Manual seat adjustment 3 49. Power seat adjustment 3 51.

Head restraint adjustment

Seat belt

Press release button, adjust height,	Pullouttheseatbeltandfasteninbelt
engage.	buckle. The seat belt must not be
Head restraints 3 47.	twisted and must fit close against the
	body. The backrest must not be tilted
	back too far (maximum approx. 25°).
	To unfasten belt, press red button on
	belt buckle.
	Seat position 3 48, Seat belts
	3 57, Airbag system 3 59.

In brief

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Mirror 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.

10

In brief

Instrument panel overview

								In brief	11
1	Power windows	42		10	Windscreen wiper and			Automatic transmission	171
2	Exterior mirrors .....................	40			washer, rear wiper and			Manual transmission
3	Central locking system ..........	25			washer .................................	93		automated ...........................	175
4	Side air vents ......................	154		11	Centre air vents ...................	154	22	Power outlet ..........................	98
5	Cruise control	184		12	Info Display .........................	121	23	Parking brake ......................	179
				13	Anti-theft alarm system		24	Power button	158
	Speed limiter .......................	186			status LED ...........................	37
	Adaptive cruise control .......	187		14	Hazard warning flashers ....	140	25	Ignition switch .....................	157
	Forward collision alert .........	195		15	Glovebox ..............................	72	26	Steering wheel adjustment .	. 92
6	Turn and lane-change			16	CD player		27	Horn .....................................	93
							28	Bonnet release lever	231
	signals, headlight flash,			17 Controls for Info Display
	low/high beam, high beam						29	Storage compartment	73
					operation	121
	assist	141					30	Light switch	135
				18	Climate control system	147
	Exit lighting	144
				19	Fuse box ............................	250		Headlight range
	Parking lights ......................	142		20	Traction Control system .....	181		adjustment .........................	136
	Buttons for Driver				Electronic Stability Control	. 182		Front/rear fog lights ............	141
7	Information Centre ..............	115			Sport mode ........................	183		Instrument illumination .......	143
	Instruments ........................	103			Parking assist / Advanced
	Driver Information Centre ....	115			parking assist .....................	201
8	Buttons for Driver				Lane keep assist ................	216
	Information Centre ..............	115			Eco button for stop-start
9	Forward collision alert				system .................................	162
	indicator .............................	195			Fuel selector .......................	105
				21	Manual transmission ..........	174

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In brief

In brief

13

Exterior lighting

AUTO : automatic light control switches automatically between daytime running light and headlight

8 : sidelights

9 : headlights Automatic light control 3 136.

Fog lights

Press button in light switch: > : front fog lights

ø : rear fog light

Headlight flash, high beam and	Turn and lane-change signals
low beam

			lever up	: right turn signal
	headlight flash	: pull lever	lever down	: left turn signal
	high beam	: push lever	Turn and lane-change signals
	low beam	: push or pull lever
			3 141, Parking lights 3 142.
	High beam 3 136.

Headlight flash 3 136.

LED headlights 3 137.

High beam assist 3 137.

14 In brief

Hazard warning flashers	Horn	Washer and wiper systems
		Windscreen wiper

Operated by pressing ¨.	Press j.
Hazard warning flashers 3 140.	HI	: fast
	LO	: slow
	INT	: interval wiping
		or
		automatic wiping with rain
		sensor
	OFF : off
	For single wipe when the wiper is off,
	press lever down to position 1x.
	Windscreen wiper 3 93.

In brief

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Windscreen washer

Pull lever.

Windscreen washer system 3 93, Washer fluid 3 234, Wiper blade replacement 3 236.

Rear window wiper

Turn outer cap to activate the rear window wiper:

OFF	: off
INT	: intermittent operation
ON	: continuous operation

Rear window washer

Push lever.

Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times.

Rear window wiper/washer 3 95.

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In brief

Climate control

Heated rear window

The heating is operated by pressing

Ü.

Heated rear window 3 44.

Heated exterior mirrors

Pressing Üalso activates the heated exterior mirrors.

Heated exterior mirrors 3 41.

Demisting and defrosting the windows

●Press V: the air distribution is directed towards the windscreen.

●Set fan speed to highest level.

●Set temperature control to warmest level.

●SwitchonheatedrearwindowÜ.

●Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the door windows.

Heating and ventilation system 3 146.

Air conditioning system 3 147.

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 3 174.

In brief

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Automatic transmission

P : park position R : reverse

N : neutral mode D : automatic mode M : manual mode < : upshift

] : downshift

The selector lever can only be moved out of P when the ignition is on and thebrakepedalisapplied.Toengage P or R, press the release button.

Automatic transmission 3 171.

Manual transmission automated

N : neutral position D : automatic mode M : manual mode < : upshift

] : downshift R : 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

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In brief

Starting 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.

Manual transmission automated: operate brake pedal.

Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector lever to P or N.

●Donotoperateacceleratorpedal.

●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

●PressEngineStart/Stopforafew 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.

●Donotoperateacceleratorpedal.

●Diesel engines: wait until control indicator !for preheating extinguishes.

●Press Engine Start/Stop and release.

Starting the engine 3 160.

In brief

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Stop-start system

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill 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.

Parking

9Warning

●Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the exhaustsystemcouldignitethe 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 parkingbrake,pullswitchmfor

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 settheselectorlevertoposition 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.

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In brief

For 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 eon 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 windows

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Keys, doors and
windows
Keys, 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 ................	42

Windows ......................................	42
Windscreen ...............................	42
Manual windows ........................	42
Power windows .........................	42
Heated rear window ..................	44
Sun visors ..................................	44
Roof .............................................	45
Sunroof ......................................	45

Keys, locks

Keys

Caution

Donotattachheavyorbulkyitems to 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.

22 Keys, doors and windows

Key with foldaway key section

Press button to extend. To fold the key, first press the button.

Radio remote control

Enables operation of the following functions via the use of the remote control buttons:

●central locking system 3 25

●anti-theft locking system 3 37

●anti-theft alarm system 3 37

●power windows 3 42

●sunroof 3 45

The remote control has a range of up to 100 metres, but may also be much less due to external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm operation.

Handle with care, protect from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation.

Replacing battery in radio remote control

Replace the battery as soon as the range reduces.

Batteries do not belong in household waste. They must be disposed of at an appropriate recycling collection point.

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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 theradioremotecontrolwhilenot in range, which will require resynchronisation.

●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

Theelectronickeysimplyneedstobe 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.

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Note

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 3 123.

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 the key 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.

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●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 3 157 or

electronic key 3 23.

A precondition is that Personalisation by Driver is activated in the personal settingsoftheInfo-Display.Thismust 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 51.

Vehicle personalisation 3 125.

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 thehandleoncemoreopensthedoor.

Note

In the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are deployed, the vehicle is automatically unlocked.

Note

A short time after unlocking with the remote control the doors are locked automatically if no door has been opened. A precondition is that the setting is activated in the vehicle personalisation 3 125.

Remote control operation

Unlocking

Press c.

26 Keys, doors and windows

Unlocking mode can be set in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Info Display. Two settings are selectable:

●All doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by pressing conce.

●Only the driver's door and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by pressing conce. To unlock all doors and load compartment, press ctwice.

SelecttherelevantsettinginSettings, I Vehicle in the Info-Display.

Info-Display 3 121.

Vehicle personalisation 3 125.

The setting can be saved for the remote control being used. Memorised settings 3 25.

Unlocking and opening the tailgate 3 31.

Locking

Close doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap.

Press e.

If the driver's door is not closed properly, the central locking system will not work.

Confirmation

Operation of the central locking system is confirmed by the hazard warning flashers. A precondition is that the setting is activated in the vehicle personalisation 3 125.

Electronic key system operation

The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approx. one metre of the relevant door side.

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Unlocking

Press the button on a front door handle and pull the handle.

Unlocking mode can be set in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Info Display. Two settings are selectable:

●All doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by pressing the button on any exterior handle once.

●Only the driver's door and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by pressing the button on the driver's door exterior handle

once. To unlock front doors and load compartment, press button twice.

The setting can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 125.

Locking

Press the button on a front door handle.

All doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap will be locked.

The system locks if any of the following occurs:

●It has been more than

five seconds since unlocking.

●The button on an exterior handle has been pressed twice within 3 s to unlock the vehicle.

●Any door has been opened and all doors are now closed.

If the driver's door is not closed properly,theelectronickeyremainsin the vehicle or the ignition is not off, locking will not be permitted.

If there have been two or more electronic keys in the vehicle and the ignitionwasononce,thedoorswillbe locked even if just one electronic key is taken out of the vehicle.

Unlocking and opening the tailgate

The tailgate can be unlocked and openedhandsfreeviamovingthefoot below the rear bumper or by pushing the touchpad switch under the brand emblem when the electronic key is in range. The doors remain locked. Load compartment 3 31.

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Operation with buttons on the electronic key

The central locking system can also be operated with the buttons on the electronic key.

Press cto unlock. Press eto lock.

Press X twice to unlock and open

only the power tailgate. To prevent unintended opening of the tailgate, X must be pressed longer than

during locking or unlocking. Remote control operation 3 25.

Passive locking Automatic locking 3 30.

Confirmation

Operation of central locking system is confirmed by the hazard warning flashers. A precondition is that the setting is activated in the vehicle personalisation 3 125.

Central locking buttons

Locks or unlocks all doors, the load compartment and fuel filler flap from the passenger compartment via a switch in the driver's door panel.

Press eto lock.

Press cto unlock.

Operation with the key in case of a central locking system fault

In case of a fault, e.g. vehicle battery or remote control/electronic key battery is discharged, the driver's door can be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key.

The lock cylinder in the driver's door is covered by a cap.

Remote control: to remove the cap, insert the key into the recess at the bottom of the cap and swivel the key upward.

Keys 3 21.