roof rack OPEL ASTRA J 2018 Owner's Manual

60StorageStorageStorage compartments................60
Glovebox ................................... 60
Cupholders ................................ 60
Front storage ............................. 61
Underseat storage .....................62
Armrest storage .........................62
Centre console storage .............63
Load compartment .......................64
Rear storage .............................. 66
Load compartment cover ...........66
Rear floor storage cover ............67
Lashing eyes ............................. 68
Warning triangle ........................69
First aid kit ................................. 69
Roof rack system .........................70
Roof rack ................................... 70
Loading information .....................70Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
The glovebox features a pen holder,
a credit card holder, a coin holder and
an adapter for the locking wheel nuts.
The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.

70Storage4-door notchback
Stow the first aid kit in the space
behind the mesh net on the right side of the load compartment.
Roof rack system
Roof rack
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Mounting roof rack
Detach the cover from each mounting
point by using a coin.
Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests.
Ensure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing
eyes 3 68. Attach the height
adjustable cover in the lowest
position (1) 3 67.

Storage71● Use the four hooks on thesidewalls of the load
compartment for hanging up
carrier bags. Maximum load:
5 kg per hook.
● Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent themfrom sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not beangled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do notcover the sensor on top of the
instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 257) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than
120 km/h.
The permissible roof load is
75 kg. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack and the load.

250Vehicle careIf using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
On vehicles with emblem touchpad:
when cleaning with a high-pressure
jet cleaner ensure a minimum
distance of 30 cm when working
around the tailgate to prevent
unintended unlocking.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.

291PParking ................................ 20, 144
Parking assist ............................ 175
Parking brake ............................ 153
Parking lights ............................. 124
Particulate filter ........................... 146
Performance .............................. 265
Performing work ........................201
Pollen filter ................................. 137
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power seat adjustment ................45
Power steering.............................. 89
Power steering fluid ....................204
Power windows ............................ 34
Preheating ................................... 90
Puncture ..................................... 238
Q
Quickheat ................................... 136
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 287
Radio remote control ...................23
REACH ....................................... 284
Reading lights ............................ 126
Rear floor storage cover ..............67
Rear fog light ............................... 92
Rear fog lights ........................... 124
Rear seats .................................... 48
Rear storage ................................. 66Rear window wiper/washer .......... 76
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 254, 259
Reduced engine power ................92
Refuelling ................................... 190 Registered trademarks ...............286
Retained power off .....................141
Reversing lights .........................125
Ride control systems ..................155
Roof .............................................. 36
Roof load ...................................... 70
Roof rack ..................................... 70
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, 253
Service display ............................ 83
Service information ....................253
Service vehicle soon .................... 88
Side airbag system ......................52
Side blind spot alert ....................182
Sidelights .................................... 116Side turn signal lights ................219
Smartphone controller ..................99
Software acknowledgement .......284
Spare wheel ............................... 242
Speed limiter............................... 161
Speedometer ............................... 80
Starting and operating ................140
Starting off ................................... 19
Starting the engine ....................141
Steering ...................................... 140
Steering wheel adjustment ....10, 73
Steering wheel controls ...............73
Stop-start system........................ 142
Storage ......................................... 60
Storage compartments .................60
Sunroof ........................................ 36
Sunvisor lights ........................... 126
Sun visors .................................... 36
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 80
Tail lights ................................... 216
Three-point seat belt .................... 49
Tools .......................................... 227
Tow bar....................................... 194 Towing ................................ 194, 247
Towing another vehicle .............248
Towing equipment .....................195
Towing the vehicle .....................247