filter OPEL ASTRA J 2017 User Guide

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

140Driving and operatingDriving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 142.
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 is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
Use only floor mats which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver's side.
Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 89.Caution
Vehicles equipped with hydraulic
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel, and
is held in that position for more
than 15 seconds, damage may
occur to the power steering
system and there may be loss of
power steering assist.
Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be
inhibited to allow for charging the
battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 145.

Driving and operating143The engine will be switched off whilethe ignition stays on.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
During an Autostop, the heating and
brake performance will be
maintained.
Caution
The power steering assist may be
reduced during an Autostop.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled:
● The stop-start system is not manually deactivated.
● The bonnet is fully closed.
● The driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened.
● The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition.
● The engine is warmed-up.
● The engine coolant temperature is not too high.
● The engine exhaust temperature is not too high, e.g. after driving
with high engine load.
● The ambient temperature is above -5 °C.
● The climate control system allows an Autostop.
● The brake vacuum is sufficient.
● The self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active.
● The vehicle was driven at least at
walking speed since the last
Autostop.Otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may inhibit an Autostop. See
" Climate control " chapter for more
details 3 132.
Immediately after motorway driving,
an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 140.
Vehicle battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several battery discharge protection
features are implemented as part of
the stop-start system.
Power saving measures
During an Autostop, several electric
features, e.g. auxiliary electric heater
or heated rear window are disabled or switched into a power saving mode.
The fan speed of the climate control
system is reduced to save power.
Restart of the engine by the driver
Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
engine.

Driving and operating145key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. 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.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 202.
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
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain time.
Engine exhaust9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Diesel particle filter
The diesel particle filter system filters
harmful soot particles out of the
exhaust gases. The system includes
a self-cleaning function that runs
automatically during driving without
any notification. The filter is cleaned
by periodically burning off the soot
particles at high temperature. This
process takes place automatically
under set driving conditions and may
take up to 25 minutes. Typically it

146Driving and operatingneeds between seven and twelve
minutes. Autostop is not available
and fuel consumption may be higher
during this period. The emission of
smells and smoke during this process is normal.
Under certain driving conditions, e.g.
short distances, the system cannot
clean itself automatically.
If the cleaning of the filter is required
and if previous driving conditions did
not enable automatic cleaning, it will
be indicated by control indicator %.
Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is
full continue driving or warning
code 55 appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
% illuminates when diesel particle
filter is full. Start cleaning process as
soon as possible.
% flashes when diesel particle filter
has reached the maximum filling
level. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Cleaning process To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2000 revolutions per minute.
Shift down if necessary. Diesel
particle filter cleaning is then started.
If control indicator g illuminates
additionally, cleaning is not possible,
seek the assistance of a workshop.Caution
If the cleaning process is
interrupted, there is a risk of
provoking severe engine damage.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads.
The control indicator % extinguishes
as soon as the self-cleaning
operation is complete.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 188, 3 262 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine
performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving

270Technical dataCapacities
Engine oilEngineA14XER,
B14XER,
B14NEL,
B14NET LPG,
B14NETA16LET,
B16XER,
A18XERA16XHT,
B16SHT,
B16SHLB20NFTincluding Filter [l]4.04.55.56.0between MIN and MAX [l]1.01.01.01.0EngineA13DTE
ecoFlexB16DTH,
B16DTLA17DTC,
A17DTN,
A17DTSA20DTH,
A20DTRincluding Filter [l]3.55.05.44.5between MIN and MAX [l]1.01.01.01.0
Fuel tank
Petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l]56 7)LPG, refilling quantity [l]347)
A13DTE diesel engine in combination with special equipment: 46 litres.

289Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............129
Clock............................................. 78
Code ............................................. 99
Collision damage repair ..............283
Control indicators.......................... 84
Control of the vehicle .................140
Controls ........................................ 74
Convex shape .............................. 31
Coolant and antifreeze ...............255
Cruise control ...................... 92, 159
Cupholders .................................. 61
Curtain airbag system .................. 53
Curve lighting.............................. 120
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............120
Declaration of conformity ............280
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......208
Diesel particle filter ...............90, 145
Door open .................................... 93
Doors ............................................ 27
Driver assistance systems ..........159
Driver Information Centre .............93
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 195
Driving hints ................................ 140E
Electric adjustment ......................31
Electrical system......................... 223
Electric parking brake ...........88, 152
Electric parking brake fault ...........89
Electronic climate control system 132
Electronic driving programmes ..149
Electronic Stability Control.......... 155
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............90
Electronic Stability Control off....... 90
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......202
Engine compartment fuse box ...224
Engine coolant ........................... 204
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 82
Engine data ............................... 262
Engine exhaust .......................... 145
Engine identification ...................258
Engine oil ................... 203, 255, 259
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 127
ERA GLONASS .......................... 113
Event data recorders ..................285
Exit lighting ................................ 127
Exterior care .............................. 250
Exterior light ................................. 92
Exterior lighting ....................15, 116
Exterior mirrors ............................. 31F
Fault ........................................... 149
First aid ......................................... 70
First aid kit ................................... 70
Fixed air vents ........................... 137
Fog light ....................................... 92
Fog lights ................................... 213
Folding mirrors ............................. 32
Following distance indication ......172
Forward collision alert................. 169
Front airbag system .....................51
Front fog lights ........................... 124
Front seats.................................... 41
Front storage ................................ 62
Front turn signal lights ...............215
Fuel............................................. 188
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 194
Fuel for diesel engines ..............188
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......189
Fuel for petrol engines ...............188
Fuel gauge ................................... 82
Fuel selector ................................ 82
Fuses ......................................... 223
G Gauges ......................................... 81
General information ...................195
Glass panel .................................. 38

291PParking ................................ 20, 144
Parking assist ............................ 175
Parking brake ............................ 152
Parking lights ............................. 124
Particulate filter ........................... 145
Performance .............................. 265
Performing work ........................202
Pollen filter ................................. 137
Power outlets ............................... 79
Power seat adjustment ................45
Power steering.............................. 89
Power steering fluid ....................205
Power windows ............................ 34
Preheating ................................... 90
Puncture ..................................... 239
Q
Quickheat ................................... 136
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 286
Radio remote control ...................23
Reading lights ............................ 126
Rear floor storage cover ..............68
Rear fog light ............................... 92
Rear fog lights ........................... 124
Rear seats .................................... 48
Rear storage ................................. 67
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 77Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 255, 259
Reduced engine power ................92
Refuelling ................................... 191
Registered trademarks ...............285
Retained power off .....................141
Reversing lights .........................125
Ride control systems ..................154
Roof .............................................. 36
Roof load ...................................... 71
Roof rack ..................................... 71
S Safety belts ................................... 48
Seat adjustment ............................. 7 Seat belt ........................................ 9
Seat belt reminder .......................87
Seat belts ..................................... 48
Seat folding .................................. 44
Seat heating ................................. 47
Seat position ................................ 41
Selector lever ............................. 148
Service ............................... 138, 254
Service display ............................ 83
Service information ....................254
Service vehicle soon .................... 88
Side airbag system ......................52
Side blind spot alert ....................182
Sidelights .................................... 116
Side turn signal lights ................220Smartphone controller ..................99
Software acknowledgement .......283
Spare wheel ............................... 243
Speed limiter............................... 161
Speedometer ............................... 81
Starting and operating ................140
Starting off ................................... 19
Starting the engine ....................141
Steering ...................................... 140
Steering wheel adjustment ....10, 74
Steering wheel controls ...............74
Stop-start system........................ 142
Storage ......................................... 61
Storage compartments .................61
Sunroof ........................................ 36
Sunvisor lights ........................... 126
Sun visors .................................... 36
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 81
Tail lights ................................... 217
Three-point seat belt .................... 49
Tools .......................................... 228
Top-tether fastening eyes ............60
Tow bar....................................... 195
Towing ................................ 195, 248
Towing another vehicle .............249
Towing equipment .....................196
Towing the vehicle .....................248