trailer OPEL ASTRA J 2017 Manual user

Instruments and controls87Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn
signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 209, Fuses
3 223.
Turn signals 3 123.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on front seats X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red.
k for front passenger seat illuminates
or flashes red, when the seat is
occupied.Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched
on until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a maximum of 100 seconds until the
seat belt has been fastened.
Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for
approx. four seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after four
seconds or illuminates whilst driving,
there is a fault in the airbag system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
The airbags and belt pretensioners
may fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 48, 3 51.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 53.
9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.

100Instruments and controlsVehicle messages on the
Midlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message2No radio remote control
detected, depress clutch pedal
to restart4Air conditioning off5Steering wheel is locked6Depress brake pedal to release
electric parking brakeNo.Vehicle message7Turn steering wheel, switch ignition off then on9Turn steering wheel, restart
engine12Vehicle overloaded13Compressor overheated15Centre high-mounted brake
light failure16Brake light failure17Headlight levelling malfunction18Left low beam failure19Rear fog light failure20Right low beam failure21Left sidelight failure22Right sidelight failure23Reversing light failure24Number plate light failure25Left front turn signal failureNo.Vehicle message26Left rear turn signal failure27Right front turn signal failure28Right rear turn signal failure29Check trailer brake light30Check trailer reversing light31Check left trailer turn signal32Check right trailer turn signal33Check trailer rear fog light34Check trailer rear light35Replace battery in radio remote
control48Clean side blind spot alert
system49Lane departure warning
unavailable53Tighten fuel filler cap54Water in diesel fuel filter55Diesel particle filter is full
3 145

Instruments and controls107●Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rear auto wipe in reverse :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist. Activation is
selectable with or without
attached trailer coupling.
Auto collision preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of
the vehicle in the event of
imminent collision danger. The
following is selectable: the
system will take over brake
control, warn by chimes only or is
deactivated.Side blind zone alert : Changes
the settings for the side blind spot alert system.
● Exterior ambient lighting
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the
welcome lighting.
● Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after driving-off.
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic door locking function
while a door is open.
Delayed door lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function.
● Remote locking, unlocking,
startingRemote unlock feedback :
Activates or deactivates the hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Remote door unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
● Restore factory settings
Restore factory settings : Resets
all settings to the default settings.
Settings in the Colour-Info-
Display
Navi 950/Navi 650/CD 600
Press CONFIG on the Infotainment
system faceplate to enter the
Configuration menu.
Turn the multifunction knob to scroll
upwards or downwards in the list.
Press the multifunction knob
(Navi 950 / Navi 650: press the outer
ring) to select a menu item.

Instruments and controls109Auto Rear Demist: Activates the
heated rear window
automatically.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Reverse Gear Wiper :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
sensors. Activation is selectable with or without attached trailer
coupling.
Automatic Collision Preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of
the vehicle in the event of
imminent collision danger. The
following is selectable: the
system will take over brakecontrol, warn by chimes only or is
deactivated completely.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates the side blind spot alert system.
● Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates
or deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the
duration of exit lighting.
● Power Door Locks
Open Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic door locking function
while a door is open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching
off ignition. Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after driving-off.
Delay Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function.● Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
Remote Lock Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback whilst locking.
Remote Unlock Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Relock Remotely Unlocked
Doors : Activates or deactivates
the automatic relock function
after unlocking without opening
the vehicle.
● Return to Factory Settings? :
Resets all settings to the default settings.

124LightingFor three flashes, e.g. when changing
lanes, press the lever until resistance is felt and then release.
When a trailer is connected, turn
signal flashes six times when
pressing the lever until resistance is
felt and then releasing.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original
position.
Front fog lights
Operated by pressing >.
Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on front fog lights will switch headlights on automatically.
Rear fog lights
Operated by pressing r
.
Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on rear fog light will switch
headlights on automatically.
Light switch in position 8: rear fog
light can only be switched on with
front fog lights.
The vehicle rear fog light is
deactivated when towing.
Parking lights
When the vehicle is parked, the
parking lights on one side can be
activated:
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Move turn signal lever all the way up (right parking lights) or down
(left parking lights).
Confirmed by a signal and the
corresponding turn signal control
indicator.

Driving and operating139Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 140
Control of the vehicle ...............140
Steering ................................... 140
Starting and operating ...............140
New vehicle running-in ............140
Ignition switch positions ...........141
Retained power off ..................141
Starting the engine ..................141
Overrun cut-off ........................ 142
Stop-start system ....................142
Parking .................................... 144
Engine exhaust .......................... 145
Diesel particle filter ..................145
Catalytic converter ...................146
Automatic transmission ..............147
Transmission display ...............147
Selector lever .......................... 148
Manual mode ........................... 149
Electronic driving programmes 149
Fault ........................................ 149
Interruption of power supply ....150
Manual transmission ..................151Brakes........................................ 151
Antilock brake system .............151
Parking brake .......................... 152
Brake assist ............................. 154
Hill start assist ......................... 154
Ride control systems .................154
Traction Control system ..........154
Electronic Stability Control ......155
Interactive driving system ........156
Driver assistance systems .........159
Cruise control .......................... 159
Speed limiter ........................... 161
Adaptive cruise control ............162
Forward collision alert .............169
Following distance indication ...172
Active Emergency Braking ......173
Parking assist .......................... 175
Side blind spot alert .................182
Traffic sign assistant ................183
Lane departure warning ..........187
Fuel ............................................ 188
Fuel for petrol engines .............188
Fuel for diesel engines ............188
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....189
Refuelling ................................ 191
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 194
Trailer hitch ................................ 195
General information .................195Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 195
Trailer towing ........................... 195
Towing equipment ...................196
Trailer stability assist ...............199

Driving and operating153To reduce the operating forces ofthe parking brake, depress the
brake pedal at the same time.
Control indicator R 3 88.
Electric parking brake
Applying when vehicle is stationary
9 Warning
Pull switch m for approx.
one second, the electric parking
brake operates automatically with
adequate force. For maximum
force, e.g. parking with trailer or on
inclines, pull switch m twice.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator m
illuminates 3 88.
The electric parking brake can always
be activated, even if the ignition is off.
Do not operate electric parking brake
system too often without engine
running, as this will discharge the
vehicle battery.
Before leaving the vehicle, check the electric parking brake status. Control
indicator m 3 88.
Releasing
Switch on ignition. Keep brake pedal
depressed and then push switch m.
Drive away function
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Depressing the clutch pedal and then
slightly releasing the clutch pedal and
slightly depressing the accelerator
pedal releases the electric parking
brake automatically. This is not
possible when the switch m is pulled
at the same time.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: Engaging D and then depressing the
accelerator pedal releases the
electric parking brake automatically. This is not possible when the switch
m is pulled at the same time.
Dynamic braking when vehicle is
moving
When the vehicle is moving and the
switch m is kept pulled, the electric
parking brake system will decelerate
the vehicle, but will not apply
statically.
As soon as the switch m is released,
dynamic braking will be stopped.
Fault
Failure mode of electric parking brake
is indicated by control indicator j and
by a code number or a vehicle
message which is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 99.

168Driving and operatingHill and trailer considerations
System performance on hills and
when towing a trailer depends on your
vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic
conditions and the road gradient. It
may not detect a vehicle in your path
while driving on hills. On steep hills,
you may have to use the accelerator
pedal to maintain your vehicle speed. When going downhill, especially
when towing a trailer, you may have
to brake to maintain or reduce your
speed.
Note that applying the brake
deactivates the system. It is not
recommended to use adaptive cruise
control on steep hills especially when towing a trailer.
Radar unit
The radar unit is mounted behind the
radiator grille below the brand
emblem.
9 Warning
The radar unit was aligned
carefully during manufacture.
Therefore, after a frontal accident, do not use the system. The front
bumper may appear to be intact,
however the sensor behind can be
out of position and react
incorrectly. After an accident,
consult a workshop to verify and
correct the adaptive cruise control
sensor position.
Settings
Settings can be changed in the Auto
collision preparation menu in the
vehicle personalisation, 3 105.
Fault
If the adaptive cruise control does not
work due to temporary conditions
(e.g. blockage by ice) or if there is a
permanent system error, then a
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.

Driving and operating181Deactivation by the driver or by the
system during manoeuvring will be
indicated by Parking Deactivated in
the Driver Information Centre.
Fault
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre when:
● There is a fault in the system.● The driver did not successfully complete the parking
manoeuvre.
● The system is not operational.
If an object is detected during parking
instructions, Stop is indicated in the
Driver Information Centre. Removing
the object will resume the parking
manoeuvre. If the object is not
removed, the system will be
deactivated. Press D for approx.
one second to activate the system
and search for a new parking slot.Basic notes on parking assist
systems9 Warning
Under certain circumstances,
various reflective surfaces on
objects or clothing as well as
external noise sources may cause the system to fail to detect
obstacles.
Special attention must be paid to
low obstacles which can damage
the lower part of the bumper.
Caution
Performance of the system can be reduced when sensors are
covered, e.g. by ice or snow.
Performance of the parking assist
system can be reduced due to
heavy loading.
Special conditions apply if there
are taller vehicles in the vicinity
(e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans,
vans). Object identification and
correct distance indication in the
upper part of these vehicles
cannot be guaranteed.
Objects with a very small reflection
cross-section, e.g. objects of
narrow size or soft materials, may
not be detected by the system.
Parking assist systems do not
detect objects outside the
detection range.
Note
The parking assist system can be
activated and deactivated by
changing the settings in the
Info-Display. If a trailer coupling is
attached, it must be selected in the
menu.
Vehicle personalisation 3 105.

Driving and operating183warning symbols. If a vehicle is then
detected in the blind zone, the
warning symbol B will illuminate as
normal on the relevant side.
When the vehicle is started, both
exterior mirror displays will briefly
come on to indicate that the system is
operating.
The system can be activated or
deactivated in the menu Settings in
the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 105.
Deactivation is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre.
Detection zones
The system sensor covers a zone of
approx. three metres on both sides of
the vehicle. This zone starts at each
exterior mirror and extends rearwards by approx. three metres. The height
of the zone is approx. between
0.5 metres and two metres off the
ground.
The system is deactivated if the
vehicle is towing a trailer.Side blind spot alert is designed to
ignore stationary objects such as
guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and
beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming
vehicles are not detected.
Fault
Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances.
Side blind spot alert does not operate when the left or right corners of the
rear bumper are covered with mud,
dirt, snow, ice or slush. Cleaning
instructions 3 250.
In the event of a fault in the system or if the system does not work due to
temporary conditions, a message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in case of a permanent fault.Traffic sign assistant
Functionality
The traffic sign assistant system
detects designated traffic signs via a
front camera and displays them in the Driver Information Centre.
Traffic signs which will be detected
are:
Limit and no passing signs ● speed limit
● no passing
● end of speed limit
● end of no passing