roof VAUXHALL ASTRA J 2015.75 Owner's Manual

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 foot
brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 113.
■ 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. 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. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
■ Close the windows and the sunroof.
■ Remove the ignition key. 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 by pressing e on
the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 27.
■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched
off 3 224.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 the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 223.

20Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 20
Doors ........................................... 25
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Exterior mirrors ............................ 30
Interior mirrors ............................. 31
Windows ...................................... 32
Roof ............................................. 35Keys, locks
Keys Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 280.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 268.
Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are
forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
the correct key until its slot is vertical,
remove key and then re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key
through 180° and repeat operation.Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.

Keys, doors and windows21Radio remote control
Used to operate:■ central locking system
■ anti-theft locking system
■ anti-theft alarm system
■ power windows
■ sunroof
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 20 metres. It can be
restricted by external influences. The
hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range is exceeded.
■ Battery voltage is too low.
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
■ Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Unlocking 3 22.
Basic settings
Some settings can be changed in the Settings menu in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 131.Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

28Keys, doors and windows
Activation■ Self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle by pressing e
once.
■ Directly by pressing e twice briefly
within five seconds.
Notice
Changes to the vehicle interior such
as the use of seat covers, and open
windows or sunroof, could impair the
function of passenger compartment
monitoring.
Activation without monitoring of
passenger compartment and
vehicle inclinationSwitch off the monitoring of
passenger compartment and vehicle
inclination when animals are being
left in the vehicle, because of high
volume ultrasonic signals or
movements triggering the alarm. Also switch off when the vehicle is on a
ferry or train.
1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows and sunroof.
2. Press o. LED in the button o
illuminates for a maximum of
10 minutes.
3. Close doors.
4. Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Status message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC).Status LED
Status LED is integrated in the sensor
on top of the instrument panel.
Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:
LED illuminates=test, arming delayLED flashes
quickly=doors, tailgate or
bonnet not
completely closed,
or system fault
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes
slowly=system is armed

Keys, doors and windows35Roof
Sunroof9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable parts when operating
them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Switch on ignition to operate the sunroof.
Open or close
Press p or r gently to the first
detent: sunroof is opened or closed
with safety function enabled as long
as the switch is operated.
Press p or r firmly to the second
detent and then release: the sunroof
is opened or closed automatically
with safety function enabled. To stop
movement, operate the switch once
more.
Raise or close
Press q or r : sunroof is raised or
closed automatically with safety
function enabled.
If the sunroof is raised, it can be
opened in one step by pressing p.
Sunblind
The sunblind is manually operated.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding. When the sunroof is open, the
sunblind is always open.
General hints Safety function
If the sunroof encounters resistance
during automatic closing, it is
immediately stopped and opened
again.
Override safety function
In the event of closing difficulties,
e.g. due to frost, hold the switch r
pressed to the second detent. The
sunroof closes with safety function
disabled. To stop movement, release the switch.
Closing sunroof from outside
The sunroof can be closed remotely
from outside the vehicle.

36Keys, doors and windows
Press and hold e to close the sunroof.
Release the button to stop the
movement.
Initialising after a power failure
After a power failure, it may only be
possible to operate the sunroof to a
limited extent. Have the system
initialised by your workshop.
Glass panel
Panorama roof
Turn the handle and move the roof
cover to a suitable position.
The roof cover engages in position
after releasing the handle.
Notice
Close the sun visors before sliding
the roof lining.

Seats, restraints39Front seats
Seat position9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.
■ Sit with buttocks as far back against
the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the
pedals so that legs are slightly
angled when pressing the pedals.
Slide the front passenger seat as
far back as possible.
■ Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible.
Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do not
angle the backrest too far back. We recommend a maximum rake of
approx. 25°.
■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 99.
■ Set seat height high enough to have a clear field of vision on allsides and of all display instruments.
There should be at least one hand
of clearance between head and the
roof frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.
■ Adjust the head restraint 3 37.
■ Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 47.■ Adjust the thigh support so that
there is a space approx. two fingers
wide between the edge of the seat
and the hollow of the knee.
■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it
supports the natural shape of the
spine.
Seat adjustment9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.

42Seats, restraints
Side bolster, VXR version
Adjust seat width and backrest width
using the switches to suit personal
requirements.
Operate front rocker switch to change seat width.
Operate rear rocker switch to change
backrest width.
Seat foldingCaution
When seat height is in highest
position, push head restraints
down and lift up sun visors before
folding backrest forwards.
Seat folding on manual
operated seats
Lift release lever and fold backrest
forwards, then slide seat forwards to
the stop.
To restore, slide the seat backwards
to the stop. Lift backrest to upright
position without operating any lever.
Ensure backrest engages.9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that the
seat is securely locked in position
before driving. Failure to do so
may result in personal injury in the event of heavy braking or collision.
The memory function allows the seat
to engage in its original position.
Do not operate backrest inclination
lever while backrest is tilted forward.
Vehicles with panorama roof: to tilt
backrest forward, push head
restraints down and lift up sun visors.

Seats, restraints51
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Notice
Only use protective seat covers that
have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated if a child restraint system is to be fitted on this seat. The
side airbag and curtain airbag
systems, the belt pretensioners and
all driver airbag systems will remain
active.

Storage59StorageStorage compartments................59
Load compartment .......................81
Roof rack system .........................96
Loading information .....................97Storage 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.