power steering OPEL ASTRA K 2017 Manual user

164Driving and operatingParking9Warning
● 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.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.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 225.
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.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
switched off automatically if the
vehicle comes to a standstill within a
certain time.

218Driving and operatingDriving characteristics andtowing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce snaking movements.
During trailer towing do not exceed a
speed of 80 km/h. A maximum speed
of 100 km/h is only appropriate if an
oscillation damper is used and the
permissible gross trailer weight does
not exceed the vehicle’s curb weight.
For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers, the use of an
oscillation damper is strongly
recommended.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 288.Trailer towing
Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to 12%.
The permissible trailer load applies
up to the specified incline and at sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10%
for every 1000 metres of altitude. The gross train weight does not have to be
reduced when driving on roads with
slight inclines (less than 8%, e.g.
motorways).The permissible gross train weight must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 275.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load
When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by
40 kg. If the permissible rear axle load is exceeded, a maximum speed of100 km/h applies.

222Driving and operatingStow the coupling ball bar in the bag
and secure by fixing the strap through the rear right lashing eye. Wrap
around twice and tighten the strap to
secure the bag.
Trailer stability assist
If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking
ceases. While system is working keep
steering wheel as still as possible.
Trailer stability assist is a function of
the Electronic Stability Control 3 178.

244Vehicle careNo.Circuit18Diesel exhaust system19Diesel exhaust system20–21DC/AC Converter22ABS23Washer system for windscreen
and rear window24–25Diesel fuel heating26Transmission control module27Power tailgate module28–29Heated rear window30Mirror defrost31–32DC transformer/LED display/
Electrical heater/Climate
control/Glow plug controllerNo.Circuit33Anti theft warning34Horn35Power outlet load compartment36Right high beam (Halogen)/
Right low beam (LED)37Left high beam (Halogen)38LED headlight/Automatic head‐
light range adjustment39Front fog light40OnStar41Water in fuel sensor/Water
pump42Manual headlight range adjust‐
ment43Fuel pump44Rear view camera/Inside rear
view mirror/Trailer module45LED headlight left/Automatic
headlight range adjustment leftNo.Circuit46Instrument cluster47Steering column lock48Rear wiper49–50LED headlight right/Automatic
headlight range adjustment
right51Left low beam (LED)52Engine control module/Trans‐
mission control module53–54Windscreen wiper55Diesel exhaust system56–57–
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.

246Vehicle careNo.Circuit1–2Climate control system, fan3Power seat driver side4Cigarette lighter/Power outlet
front5–6Power window front7ABS8Heated steering wheel9Body control module10Power window rear11Sunroof12Body control module13Seat heating (only on vehicles
without alarm horn)14Exterior mirror15Body control module16Body control moduleNo.Circuit17Body control module18Body control module19Data link connector20Airbag system21Climate control system22Central locking system, tailgate23Electronic key system24Power seat memory function25Airbag system steering wheel26Ignition switch/Steering column
lock27Body control module28USB socket29–30Selector lever31Rear window wiper32Transmission control moduleNo.Circuit33Anti-theft alarm system/Power
sounder34Parking assist/Side blind spot
alert/Infotainment system/USB
socket35OnStar36Info display/Instrument cluster/ CD player37Infotainment system, radio
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
Vehicles with power connector: 1. Apply the cover on the right side.

300Headlights when driving abroad 136
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 46
Heated mirrors ............................. 40
Heated rear window ..................... 43
Heated steering wheel .................92
Heating .................................. 54, 55
Heating and ventilation system . 145
High beam ......................... 113, 135
High beam assist ........................113
Hill start assist ........................... 177
Horn ....................................... 14, 92
I
Identification plate .....................275
Ignition switch positions .............156
Immobiliser .......................... 38, 113
Indicators .................................... 104
Info display ................................. 119
Information displays.................... 114
Instrument cluster ......................101
Instrument panel fuse box .........245
Instrument panel illumination .....241
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 142
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 271
Interior lighting ............................ 142
Interior lights ...................... 142, 241
Interior mirrors .............................. 40Interruption of power supply ......169
Introduction .................................... 3
J Jump starting ............................. 265
K Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane keep assist ................111, 213
Lashing eyes ............................... 81
LED headlights ...................113, 136
Lighting features .........................143
Light switch ................................ 134
Load compartment ................30, 73
Load compartment cover .............79
Load compartment fuse box ......247
Loading information .....................88
Low fuel ..................................... 112
M Malfunction indicator light ..........110
Manual anti-dazzle ......................40
Manual mode .....................168, 173
Manual seat adjustment ...............48
Manual transmission .................. 170
Manual transmission automated 171
Manual windows ..........................41Massage....................................... 55
Maximum speed ......................... 250
Memorised settings ......................24
Midlevel display .......................... 114
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9 Misted light covers .....................141
N
New vehicle running-in ..............156
Number plate light .....................241
O Object detection systems ...........198
Odometer ................................... 105
Oil, engine .......................... 273, 277
OnStar ........................................ 129
Outside temperature ....................95
Overrun cut-off ........................... 161
P Parking ................................ 19, 164
Parking assist ............................ 198
Parking brake ............................ 175
Parking lights ............................. 141
Particulate filter ........................... 166
Performance .............................. 282
Performing work ........................225
Pollen filter ................................. 154
Power button .............................. 157
Power connector........................... 98
Power outlets ............................... 97

301Power seat adjustment ................50
Power windows ............................ 41
Preheating ................................. 112
Puncture ..................................... 260
Q
Quickheat ................................... 153
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 297
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 142
Rear floor storage cover ..............80
Rear fog light .....................113, 141
Rear seats .................................... 55
Rear view camera ...................... 207
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 94
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 273, 277
Refuelling ................................... 215
Registered trademarks ...............296
Retained power off .....................158
Reversing lights .........................141
Ride control systems ..................177
Roof .............................................. 44
Roof load ...................................... 88
Roof rack ..................................... 87S
Safety belts ................................... 56
Safety net .................................... 84
Seat adjustment ............................. 7 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .....................108
Seat belts ..................................... 56
Seat heating Seat heating, front .....................54
Seat heating, rear .....................55
Seat position ................................ 47
Selector lever ..................... 167, 172
Service ............................... 154, 272
Service display .......................... 107
Service information ....................272
Side airbag system ......................61
Side blind spot alert ....................205
Sidelights .................................... 134
Side turn signal lights ................240
Software acknowledgement .......294
Spare wheel ............................... 263
Speed limiter....................... 114, 182
Speedometer ............................. 104
Sport mode ................................ 179
Starting and operating ................156
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................159
Steering ...................................... 156
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 91
Steering wheel controls ...............91Stop-start system........................ 161
Storage ......................................... 71
Storage compartments .................71
Sunroof ........................................ 44
Sunvisor lights ........................... 143
Sun visors .................................... 43
Symbols ......................................... 4
T Tachometer ............................... 106
Tail lights ................................... 234
Three-point seat belt .................... 57
Tools .......................................... 249
Tow bar....................................... 217
Towing ................................ 217, 267
Towing another vehicle .............268
Towing equipment .....................219
Towing the vehicle .....................267
Traction Control system ............. 177
Traction Control system off......... 112
Traffic sign assistant ...........114, 209
Trailer coupling ........................... 217
Trailer stability assist .................222
Trailer towing ............................. 218
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .........167, 171
Tread depth ............................... 256
Trip odometer ............................ 105
Turn and lane-change signals ...140
Turn signal ................................. 108