steering VAUXHALL ASTRA J 2014 User Guide

116Instruments and controlsUpshift[ illuminates green as control
indicator, or is shown as a symbol in
the Driver Information Centre with
Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-
Display, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
On some versions gear shift
indication is popped up as full page in
the Driver Information Centre.
EcoFlex drive assistant 3 130.
Power steering c illuminates yellow.
Illuminates with power steering
reduced Power steering is reduced due to
overheating of the system. Control
indicator extinguishes when the
system has cooled down.
Stop-start system 3 163.Illuminates with power steering
disabled Failure in the power steering system.
Consult a workshop.
Lane departure warning ) illuminates green or flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
System is switched on and ready to operate.
Flashes yellow
System recognises an unintended
lane change.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
orInterference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source ofinterference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 195.
Electronic Stability Control off n illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control
and Traction Control
system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.

118Instruments and controls
3. Move out of the flow of traffic asquickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 223.
Low fuel
i illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 167.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 228.
Immobiliser
d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Reduced engine power
# illuminates yellow.
The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.
Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 138.
High beam
C illuminates blue.Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 139 , or when
high beam is on with high beam assist
or intelligent light range 3 141.
High beam assist
l illuminates green.
The high beam assist or intelligent light range is activated 3 139,
3 141.
Adaptive forward lighting
f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
System switched to symmetrical low
beam.
Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 141.
Automatic light control 3 139.

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Press (the outer ring)■ To select or activate the marked option
■ To confirm a set value
■ To switch a system function on/off
BACK button
Press button to: ■ exit a menu without changing settings
■ return from a submenu to a higher menu level
■ delete the last character in a character sequence
Press and hold the button for a few
seconds to delete the entire entry.
Vehicle personalisation 3 132.
Memorised settings 3 23.
Smartphone controller
The smartphone controller allows a
smartphone to access vehicle data
via WLAN or Bluetooth connection.
This data can then be displayed and analysed on the smartphone.Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated mainly in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC), in
some cases together with a warning and signal buzzer.
Press the SET/CLR button, the
MENU button or turn the adjuster
wheel to confirm a message.
Vehicle messages on the
Midlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message2No radio remote control
detected, depress clutch pedal
for a restart3Engine coolant level low4Air conditioning off5Steering wheel is locked

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No.Vehicle message6Depress brake pedal to release
electric parking brake7Turn steering wheel, switch
ignition off and then on9Turn steering wheel, start
engine again12Vehicle 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 failureNo.Vehicle message24Number plate light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left 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 zone alert
system49Lane departure warning
unavailable53Tighten gas capNo.Vehicle message54Water in diesel fuel filter55Diesel particle filter is full
3 16656Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axle57Tyre pressure imbalance on
rear axle58Tyres without TPMS sensors
detected59Open and then close driver
window60Open and then close front
passenger window61Open and then close rear left
window62Open and then close rear right
window65Theft attempted66Service theft alarm system67Service steering wheel lock

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No.Vehicle message68Service power steering69Service suspension system70Service level control system71Service rear axle74Service AFL75Service air conditioning76Service side blind zone alert
system77Service lane departure warning79Top up engine oil81Service transmission82Change engine oil soon83Service adaptive cruise control84Engine power is reduced89Service vehicle soon94Shift to park before exiting95Service airbagNo.Vehicle message128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean bumper136Service parking assist145Check washer fluid level174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display or Uplevel- Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Fluid levels
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes
■ Drive systems
■ Ride control systems
■ Cruise control
■ Object detection systems
■ Lighting, bulb replacement
■ Wiper/washer system
■ Doors, windows
■ Radio remote control
■ Seat belts
■ Airbag systems
■ Engine and transmission
■ Tyre pressure
■ Diesel particle filter
■ Vehicle battery status

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Press the CONFIG button. The menu
Settings is displayed.
The following settings can be
selected by turning and pressing the
multifunction knob:
■ Sport mode settings
■ Languages
■ Time Date
■ Radio settings
■ Phone settings
■ Vehicle settings
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Sport mode settings
The driver can select the functions
which will be activated in Sport mode
3 177.
■ Sport suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
■ Sport powertrain performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear change
characteristics become more
responsive.■ Sport steering : Steering support is
reduced.
■ Swap backlight colour main instr. :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time Date
See Clock 3 105.
Radio settings
See description Infotainment system
manual for further information.
Phone settings
See description Infotainment system
manual for further information.

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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, starting
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.
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
CD 600/Navi 650/Navi 950Press the CONFIG button 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.
■ Sport Mode Profile
■ Languages
■ Time and Date
■ Radio Settings
■ Phone Settings
■ Navigation Settings
■Display Settings
■ Vehicle Settings
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Sport Mode Profile ■ Engine Sport Performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear change
characteristics become more
responsive.
■ Sport Mode Back Lighting :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
■ Sport Suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
■ Sport Steering : Steering support is
reduced.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time and Date
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.
Radio Settings
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.

142Lighting
With the light switch in position
AUTO all lighting functions are
available.
The following functions are available
also with light switch in position 9:
■ Dynamic curve lighting
■ Cornering light
■ Reversing function
■ Dynamic automatic headlight levelling
Playstreet lighting
Activated automatically at low speed
up to approx. 20 mph. The light beam is turned at an angle of 8° to the
roadside.
Town lighting
Activated automatically at a speed
range between approx. 25 and
34 mph and when street lights are
detected by the light sensor. The light range is reduced by an extended light
distribution.Country lighting
Activated automatically at a speed
range between approx. 34 and
70 mph. The beam of light and the
brightness is different between the left and the right side.
Motorway lighting
Activated automatically at a speed
above approx. 70 mph and minimal
steering movements. It switches on
after a delay or directly when the
vehicle is powerfully accelerated. The
light beam is longer and brighter.
Adverse weather lighting
Activated automatically up to a speed of approx. 43 mph, when the rain
sensor recognizes condensation or the wiper operates continuously. The
range, distribution and light intensity
is regulated variably depending on visibility.Dynamic curve lighting
The light beam pivots based on
steering wheel angle and speed,
improving lighting in curves.
Control indicator f 3 118.
Corner lighting
On tight bends or when turning off,
depending on the steering angle or
the turn signal light, an additional left
or right reflector is switched on which illuminates the road at a right angle to
the direction of travel. It is activated
up to a speed of 25 mph.

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Fault in adaptive forward lightingsystem
When the system detects a failure in
the Adaptive forward lighting system,
the system moves to a preset position to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic.
If this is not possible the affected
headlight will be automatically
switched off. In any case one
headlight will stay on. A warning is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.
Turn and lane-change
signalslever up=right turn signallever down=left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For 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 with the > button.

152Climate control
Demisting and defrosting
■Press button V: fan automatically
switches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards the
windscreen.
■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.
■ Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the door
windows.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:
n=cooling4=air recirculation
Heated seats ß 3 46, Heated
steering wheel * 3 101.
Cooling n
Press button
n to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional
when the engine is running and
climate control fan is switched on.
Press button n again to switch off
cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
the freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.