parking brake OPEL ASTRA K 2018 Owner's Manual

In brief111Power windows .....................41
2 Exterior mirrors .....................39
3 Central locking system ..........24
4 Side air vents ...................... 155
5 Cruise control .....................182
Speed limiter ....................... 184
Adaptive cruise control .......186
Forward collision alert .........193
6 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low/high beam, high beam
assist ................................... 142
Exit lighting ......................... 145
Parking lights ...................... 143
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
7 Instruments ........................ 104
Driver Information Centre .... 115
8 Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ..............115
9 Forward collision alert
indicator ............................. 19310Windscreen wiper and
washer, rear wiper and
washer ................................. 92
11 Centre air vents .................. 155
12 Info-Display ........................ 121
13 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 36
14 Hazard warning flashers ....141
15 Glovebox .............................. 71
16 CD player
17 Controls for Info-Display
operation ............................. 121
18 Climate control system ........ 148
19 Fuse box ............................ 248
Power connector ..................98
20 Traction Control system .....179
Electronic Stability Control . 180
Sport mode ........................ 182
Parking assist/Advanced
parking assist .....................200
Lane keep assist ................215
Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 163
Fuel selector ....................... 10621Manual transmission ..........173
Automatic transmission ......169
Manual transmission
automated ........................... 173
22 Power outlet .......................... 97
23 Parking brake ......................177
24 Power button ....................... 159
25 Ignition switch .....................158
26 Steering wheel adjustment ..91
27 Horn ..................................... 92
28 Bonnet release lever ..........229
29 Storage compartment ...........72
30 Light switch ........................ 136
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 137
Front/rear fog lights ............142
Instrument illumination .......144

In brief19Parking9Warning
● 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 3 111.
● 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 with e on the
radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 36.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 229.
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.
Keys, locks 3 20, Laying-up the
vehicle for a long period of time
3 228.

Seats, restraints53the ignition is switched on. In addition,
a message in the Driver Information
Centre indicates the driver number,
identified by the used key. If the
ignition is switched on more than
three subsequent times with the
same key, the message will not be
displayed again until another key is
being used.
To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory or power seat controls.
Precondition is that Personalisation
by Driver and Auto Memory Recall is
activated in the personal settings of
the Info-Display.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
personalisation.
Select the relevant setting in the Vehicle menu in the Info-Display.
Info-Display 3 121.
Vehicle personalisation 3 125.
Easy exit function
For a convenient exit out of the
vehicle, the power driver seat moves
rearwards when vehicle is stationary.To activate the easy exit function:
● set selector lever to position P
(automatic transmission)
● apply parking brake (manual transmission)
● switch off ignition
● remove key from the ignition switch
● open the driver's door
If the door is already open, switch off
ignition to activate easy exit.
To stop movement, press one of the memory or power seat controls.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
personalisation.
Select the relevant setting in the Vehicle menu in the Info-Display.
Info-Display 3 121.
Vehicle personalisation 3 125.
Safety function
If the driver's seat encounters
resistance during movement, the
recall may stop. After removing the
obstruction, press and hold the
appropriate memory position buttonfor two seconds. Try recalling the
memory position again. If the recall
does not operate, consult a
workshop.
Overload
If the seat setting is electrically
overloaded, the power supply is
automatically cut-off for a short time.
Note
After an accident in which airbags
have been deployed, the memory
function for each position button will
be deactivated.
Armrest

Storage89● Secure loose objects in the loadcompartment 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.
● Sports Tourer: install safety net when transporting objects in the
load compartment.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear 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 3 280) 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.

90Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 91
Steering wheel adjustment ........91
Steering wheel controls .............91
Heated steering wheel ...............92
Horn ........................................... 92
Windscreen wiper/washer .........92
Rear window wiper/washer .......94
Outside temperature ..................95
Clock ......................................... 95
Power outlets ............................. 97
Power connector .......................98
Ashtrays .................................... 99
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ......................................... 101
Instrument cluster ....................101
Speedometer ........................... 104
Odometer ................................ 105
Trip odometer .......................... 105
Tachometer ............................. 106
Fuel gauge .............................. 106
Fuel selector ............................ 106
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 107
Service display ........................ 108Control indicators ....................109
Turn signal ............................... 109
Seat belt reminder ...................109
Airbag and belt tensioners .......110
Airbag deactivation ..................110
Charging system .....................111
Malfunction indicator light ........111
Brake and clutch system .........111
Electric parking brake ..............111
Electric parking brake fault ......111
Antilock brake system (ABS) ...112
Gear shifting ............................ 112
Following distance ...................112
Lane keep assist .....................112
Electronic Stability Control off . 112
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........112
Traction Control system off .....113
Preheating ............................... 113
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 113
Engine oil pressure ..................113
Low fuel ................................... 113
Immobiliser .............................. 114
Exterior light ............................ 114
High beam ............................... 114
High beam assist .....................114
LED headlights ........................ 114
Fog light ................................... 114
Rear fog light ........................... 114Cruise control.......................... 114
Adaptive cruise control ............114
Vehicle detected ahead ...........115
Speed limiter ........................... 115
Traffic sign assistant ................115
Door open ................................ 115
Information displays ...................115
Driver Information Centre ........115
Info display .............................. 121
Vehicle messages ......................123
Warning chimes .......................124
Battery voltage ........................ 124
Vehicle personalisation ..............125
Telematics service .....................131
OnStar ..................................... 131

104Instruments and controlsOverviewOTurn signal 3 109XSeat belt reminder 3 109vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 110VAirbag deactivation 3 110pCharging system 3 111ZMalfunction indicator light
3 111RBrake and clutch system 3 111mElectric parking brake 3 111jElectric parking brake fault
3 111uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 112RGear shifting 3 112EFollowing distance 3 112aLane keep assist 3 112aElectronic Stability Control off
3 112bElectronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 112kTraction Control system off
3 113!Preheating 3 113wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 113IEngine oil pressure 3 113YLow fuel 3 113dImmobiliser 3 1148Exterior light 3 114CHigh beam 3 114fHigh beam assist 3 114fLED headlights 3 114>Fog light 3 114øRear fog light 3 114mCruise control 3 114 / Adaptive
cruise control 3 114CAdaptive cruise control 3 114AVehicle detected ahead 3 115LSpeed limiter 3 115LTraffic sign assistant 3 115hDoor open 3 115
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.

Instruments and controls111The front passenger airbag is
deactivated.
Airbag deactivation 3 63.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be exceeded.
On diesel engines the cleaning
process of the diesel particle filter is
potentially not possible.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Brake and clutch system
R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 232.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 177.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake is applied
3 177.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is not fully applied or released. Depress the brake pedal and attempt to reset the
system by first releasing then
applying the electric parking brake. If
m remains flashing, do not drive and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Electric parking brake fault j illuminates or flashes yellow.

112Instruments and controlsIlluminates
Electric parking brake is operating
with degraded performance 3 177.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is in service mode. Stop vehicle, apply and
release the electric parking brake to
reset.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 176.
Gear shifting R or S with the number of a higher or
lower gear is indicated, when up- or
downshifting is recommended for fuel
saving reasons.
Following distance
E indicates the following distance
setting of the alert timing sensitivity
for the forward collision alert using
filled distance bars.
Forward collision alert 3 193.
Lane keep assist
a illuminates green or yellow, or
flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
The system is switched on and ready
to operate.Illuminates yellow
The system approaches a detected
lane marking without using the turn
signal in that direction.
Flashes yellow The system recognizes that the lane
is departed significantly.
Lane keep assist 3 215
Electronic Stability Control off
n illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Controland Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deterioratedepending on road surface
conditions.

124Instruments and controls
On Uplevel display press 9 on the
steering wheel to confirm a message.
Vehicle and service messages
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Messages in the
Colour-Info-Display
Some important messages may
appear additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or whilstdriving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding not
fastened seat belts has priority over
any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If adaptive cruise control deactivates automatically.
● If approaching a vehicle ahead too closely.
● If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.
● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If the electronic key is not in the passenger compartment.
● If the parking assist detects an object.● If an unintended lane changeoccurs.
● If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling
level.
● If safety function of the power tailgate detects obstacles in the
moving area.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
● If any condition for an autostart is
not fulfilled.
Battery voltage When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.

126Instruments and controlsAuto Rear Demist: Automatically
activates heated rear window.
● Park Assist / Collision Detection
Forward Collision Alert : Activates
or deactivates forward collision
alert.
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
completely.
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the parking assist.
Activation is selectable with or
without attached trailer hitch.
Go Notifier : Activates or
deactivates the reminder to drive
off when the adaptive cruise
control holds the vehicle at
standstill.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates side blind zone alert.● Comfort Settings
Auto Memory Recall : Changes
the settings to the recall of
memorised settings for power
seat adjustment.
Easy Exit Driver Seat : Activates
or deactivates easy exit function of the power seat.
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rain Sense Wipers : Activates or
deactivates automatic wiping
with rain sensor.
Rear Auto Wipe in Reverse :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● Exterior Ambient Lighting
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the entry
lighting.
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates andchanges the duration of exit
lighting.
Left or Right Hand Traffic :
Changes between lighting for left or right-hand traffic.
Adaptive Forward Lighting :
Changes the settings of the functions of the LED headlights.
● Power Door Locks
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the door locking function while a door is
open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door locking function after switching
on ignition.
Delayed Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function. This feature
delays the actual locking of the
doors until all doors are closed.
● Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Remote Unlock Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlocking.