oil pressure OPEL ASTRA K 2017.5 Manual user

Vehicle care231The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 292.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
cold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 278.
Coolant levelCaution
Too low a coolant level can cause
engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.

Vehicle care275SunroofNever clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the sunroof.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Air shutter
Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.

305Control indicators........................ 109
Control of the vehicle .................158
Controls ........................................ 91
Convex shape .............................. 39
Coolant and antifreeze ...............278
Cruise control ....................114, 182
Cupholders .................................. 71
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
Curve lighting.............................. 138
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............138
Declaration of conformity ............297
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......234
Diesel particle filter ....................168
Door open .................................. 115
Doors ............................................ 30
Driver assistance systems ..........182
Driver Information Centre ...........115
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 222
Driving hints ................................ 158
E Electric adjustment ......................39
Electrical system......................... 246
Electric parking brake .........111, 177
Electric parking brake fault .........111
Electronic climate control system 150Electronic driving programmes .
........................................ 171, 175
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 180
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........112
Electronic Stability Control off..... 112
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......228
Engine compartment fuse box ...247
Engine coolant ........................... 231
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 107
Engine data ............................... 285
Engine exhaust .......................... 167
Engine identification ...................281
Engine oil ................... 230, 278, 282
Engine oil pressure ....................113
Entry lighting .............................. 145
Event data recorders ..................302
Exit lighting ................................ 145
Exterior care .............................. 273
Exterior light ............................... 114
Exterior lighting ....................13, 136
Exterior mirrors ............................. 39
F
Fault ................................... 171, 175
First aid kit ................................... 86
Fixed air vents ........................... 155
Fog light ..................................... 114Fog lights ................................... 237
Folding mirrors ............................. 39
Following distance ......................112
Following distance indication ......195
Forward collision alert................. 193
Fragrance diffuser ........................98
Front airbag system .....................61
Front fog lights ........................... 142
Front seats.................................... 47
Front storage ................................ 72
Fuel............................................. 217
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 220
Fuel for diesel engines ..............218
Fuel for natural gas operation ...218
Fuel for petrol engines ...............217
Fuel gauge ................................. 106
Fuel selector .............................. 106
Fuses ......................................... 246
G Gauges ....................................... 104
Gear shifting ............................... 112
General information ...................221
Glovebox ..................................... 71
H
Halogen headlights ....................235
Hand brake ......................... 176, 177
Hazard warning flashers ............141
Headlight flash ........................... 137