warning VAUXHALL ASTRA J 2016 Owner's Manual

Vehicle care263
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
Information Menu X.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select the
tyre pressure monitoring system.
System status and pressure warnings
are displayed by a message with the
corresponding tyre flashing in the
DIC.
The system considers the tyre
temperature for the warnings.
A detected low tyre pressure
condition is indicated by control
indicator w 3 116.
If w illuminates, stop as soon as
possible and inflate the tyres as
recommended 3 307.
If w flashes for 60-90 seconds and
then illuminates continuously, there is
a fault in the system. Consult a
workshop.
After inflating, driving may be
required to update the tyre pressure
values in the DIC. During this time w
may illuminate.
If w illuminates at lower temperatures
and extinguishes after some driving,
this could be an indicator for
approaching a low tyre pressure
condition. Check tyre pressure.
Vehicle messages 3 124.
If the tyre pressure must be reduced
or increased, switch off ignition.
Only mount wheels with pressure
sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure
will not be displayed and w
illuminates continuously.
A temporary spare wheel is not
equipped with pressure sensors. The
tyre pressure monitoring system is
not operational for these wheels.
Control indicator w illuminates. For
the further three wheels the system
remains operational.
The use of commercially available
liquid tyre repair kits can impair the
function of the system. Factory-
approved repair kits can be used.

264Vehicle careOperating electronic devices or beingclose to facilities using similar wave
frequencies could disrupt the tyre
pressure monitoring system.
Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre
pressure monitoring system sensors
must be dismounted and serviced.
For the screwed sensor: replace
valve core and sealing ring. For
clipped sensor: replace complete
valve stem.
Vehicle loading status
Adjust tyre pressure to load condition according to the tyre information labelor tyre pressure chart 3 307, and
select the appropriate setting in the Tyre load menu in the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 3 118. This
setting is the reference for the tyre
pressure warnings.
The menu Tyre Load only appears if
the vehicle is in a standstill and the
parking brake is applied. On vehicles
with automatic transmission the
selector lever has to be in P.
Select:
● Light for comfort pressure up to
3 people.
● Eco for Eco pressure up to
3 people.
● Max for full load.
TPMS sensor matching process Each TPMS sensor has a unique
identification code. The identification
code must be matched to a new
wheel position after rotating the
wheels or exchanging the complete
wheel set and if one or more TPMS sensors were replaced. The TPMS
sensor matching process should also
be performed after replacing a spare
wheel with a road wheel containing
the TPMS sensor.
The malfunction light w and the
warning message or code should go
off at the next ignition cycle. The
sensors are matched to the wheel
positions, using a TPMS relearn tool,
in the following order: left side front
wheel, right side front wheel, right
side rear wheel and left side rear
wheel. The turn signal light at the
current active position is illuminated
until sensor is matched.
Consult your workshop for service or
to purchase a relearn tool. There are
2 minutes to match the first wheel position, and 5 minutes overall to
match all four wheel positions. If it
takes longer, the matching process
stops and must be restarted.
The TPMS sensor matching process
is:
1. Apply the parking brake; on vehicles with automatic
transmission set the selector lever
to P.
2. Turn the ignition on.

266Vehicle care
The legally permissible minimum
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn
down as far as one of the tread wear
indicators (TWI). Their position is
indicated by markings on the
sidewall.
If there is more wear at the front than
the rear, swap round front wheels and rear wheels periodically. Ensure that
the direction of rotation of the wheels
is the same as before.
Tyres age, even if they are not used.
We recommend tyre replacement
every 6 years.
Changing tyre and wheel
size
If tyres of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the
speedometer as well as the nominal
tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications.
After converting to a different tyre
size, have the label with tyre
pressures replaced.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels
may lead to accidents and will
invalidate the vehicle type
approval.
Wheel covers
Wheel covers and tyres that are
factory approved for the respective
vehicle and comply with all of the
relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used.
If the wheel covers and tyres used are
not factory approved, the tyres must
not have a rim protection ridge.
Wheel covers must not impair brake
cooling.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel
covers could lead to sudden
pressure loss and thereby
accidents.
Vehicles with steel wheels: When
using locking wheel nuts, do not
attach wheel covers.
Tyre chains
Use tyre chains only on front wheels.

Vehicle care2679Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon,
Sports tourer
Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread
and the inboard sides (including chain
lock).
Tyre chains are only permitted on
tyres of size 205/60 R16 and
215/50 R17.3-door hatchback
Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of
size 225/55 R17. Always use fine
mesh chains that add no more than
10 mm to the tyre tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).
Tyre chains are also permitted on
tyres of size 245/45 R18. Always use
fine mesh chains that add no more
than 7 mm to the tyre tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).VXR Version
Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of
size 235/45 R18. Always use fine
mesh chains that add no more than
10 mm to the tyre tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).General
The use of tyre chains is not permitted on the temporary spare wheel.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that
is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear, reverse gear or P.
The tyre repair kit is in a compartment under the floor cover in the load
compartment or, on version with rear
carrier system, in the drawer under
the passenger seat 3 61.
The illustrations show different
versions.

Vehicle care271●Do not start the vehicle when it is
raised on the jack.
● Clean wheel nuts and thread with
a clean cloth before mounting the
wheel.9 Warning
Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel
nut and wheel nut cone.
1. Disengage wheel nut caps with a
screwdriver and remove. Pull off
the wheel cover. Vehicle tools
3 259.
Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel
nut caps with a screwdriver and
remove. To protect the wheel,
place a soft cloth between the
screwdriver and the alloy wheel.Alloy wheels with centre wheel
bolt cap: Disengage centre cap by
inserting and pulling the extractor
in the recess of the brand
emblem, vehicle tools 3 259.
2. Two types of jacks and wheel nut wrenches are possible dependingon the version, vehicle tools
3 259.
Variant 1a with rigid wheel
wrench:Install the wheel wrench ensuring
that it locates securely and loosen
each wheel nut by half a turn.
Variants 1b, 2 and 3 with foldable
wheel wrench:

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2. Only Sports tourer and 4-doorsaloon with temporary spare
wheel: replace the extension bolt
with the short bolt by using the
hexagon key of the wheel wrench.
3. Place the tools in the tool box or the tool bag 3 259.
4. Place spare wheel outside up in the wheel well and secure by
turning the wing nut right back.Only 3-door hatchback: position
the excentric conus in the recess
of the spare wheel before turning
the wing nut right back.
5. Close floor cover and insert rear storage (only 3-door hatchback).
9 Warning
Storing a jack, a wheel or other
equipment in the load
compartment could cause injury if they are not fixed properly. During a sudden stop or a collision, loose
equipment could strike someone.
Store jack and tools always in the
respective storage compartments
and secure them by fixing.
Damaged wheel placed in the load
compartment must always be
secured by the strap.
Temporary spare wheel
Caution
The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
Only mount one temporary spare
wheel. Do not drive faster than
50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not
use for a long period of time.
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
mount the temporary spare wheel in
the front and the full tyre in the rear.
Tyre chains 3 266.

278Vehicle careSpare wheel with directional tyre
Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
The following applies to tyres fitted
opposing the rolling direction:
● Driveability may be affected. Have the defective tyre renewed
or repaired as soon as possible.
● Drive particularly carefully on wet
and snow-covered road
surfaces.Jump starting
Do not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle
battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a vehicle battery.
● Use a booster vehicle battery with the same voltage ( 12 Volts).
Its capacity (Ah) must not be
much less than that of the
discharged vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.

286Service and maintenanceConfirmations
Confirmation of service is recorded in the Service and Warranty Booklet.The date and mileage is completed
with the stamp and signature of the servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when selling the
vehicle.
Service interval with remaining
engine oil life duration
The service interval is based on
several parameters depending on
usage.
The service display lets you know
when to change the engine oil.
Service display 3 108.Recommended fluids,
lubricants and parts
Recommended fluids andlubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.
Damage resulting from the use of
products not in line with these
specifications will not be covered by
the warranty.9 Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use. The oil quality ensures e.g. engine
cleanliness, wear protection and oil
aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.
Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
gasoline and diesel engines. If it is
unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities must be used.
Recommendations for gasoline
engines are also valid for
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 290.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different manufacturers
and brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only
ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
prohibited, since it can cause long-
term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.

335Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............153
Clock........................................... 103
Code ........................................... 124
Control indicators........................ 109
Control of the vehicle .................164
Controls ........................................ 99
Convex shape .............................. 30
Coolant and antifreeze ...............286
Cruise control ....................117, 183
Cupholders .................................. 59
Curtain airbag system .................. 51
Curve lighting.............................. 144
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............144
Declaration of conformity ............328
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......233
Diesel particle filter .............115, 169
Door open .................................. 118
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........183
Driver Information Centre ...........118
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 220
Driving hints ................................ 164
E Electric adjustment ......................30
Electrical system......................... 252Electric parking brake .........113, 176
Electric parking brake fault .........114
Electronic climate control system 156
Electronic driving programmes ..173
Electronic Stability Control.......... 179
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........115
Electronic Stability Control off .... 115
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......226
Engine compartment fuse box ...253
Engine coolant ........................... 229
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 107
Engine data ............................... 293
Engine exhaust .......................... 169
Engine identification ...................289
Engine oil ................... 228, 286, 290
Engine oil pressure ....................116
Entry lighting .............................. 151
Event data recorders ..................332
Exit lighting ................................ 151
Exterior care .............................. 282
Exterior light ............................... 117
Exterior lighting ....................13, 140
Exterior mirrors ............................. 30
F
Fault ........................................... 173
First aid ......................................... 93
First aid kit ................................... 93Fixed air vents ........................... 161
Flex-Fix system ............................ 63
Fog light ..................................... 117
Fog lights ................................... 238
Folding mirrors ............................. 30
Following distance indication ......196
Forward collision alert................. 193
Front airbag system .....................49
Front fog lights ........................... 148
Front seats.................................... 39
Front storage ................................ 60
Front turn signal lights ...............240
Fuel............................................. 213
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 219
Fuel for diesel engines ..............213
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......214
Fuel for petrol engines ...............213
Fuel gauge ................................. 107 Fuel selector .............................. 107
Fuses ......................................... 252
G
Gauges ....................................... 106
General information ...................219
Glass panel .................................. 36
Glovebox ..................................... 59
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display ............................ 122

336HHalogen headlights ....................234
Hand brake ......................... 175, 176
Hazard warning flashers ............147
Headlight flash ........................... 142
Headlight range adjustment ......143
Headlights................................... 140
Headlights when driving abroad 143
Head restraint adjustment .............9
Head restraints ............................ 37
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 35
Heated steering wheel .................99
Heating ........................................ 45
Heating and ventilation system . 153
Height adjustable rear floor cover 86
High beam ......................... 117, 142
High beam assist ................117, 142
Hill start assist ........................... 178
Horn ..................................... 15, 100
I
Identification plate .....................288
Ignition switch positions .............165
Immobiliser .......................... 29, 117
Indicators .................................... 106
Information displays.................... 118
Instrument cluster ......................106
Instrument panel fuse box .........255
Instrument panel illumination .....252Instrument panel illumination
control .................................... 149
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Interactive driving system ...........180
Interior care ............................... 284
Interior lighting ............................ 149
Interior lights ...................... 149, 252
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Interruption of power supply ......174
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....58
J
Jump starting ............................. 278
K Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .....114, 212
Lashing eyes ............................... 89
Lighting features .........................151
Light switch ................................ 140
Load compartment ................25, 80
Load compartment cover .............84
Load compartment fuse box ......256
Loading information .....................95
Low fuel ..................................... 116
Low washer fluid ........................117M
Malfunction indicator light ..........113
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual mode ............................. 173
Manual transmission .................. 175
Manual windows ..........................32
Memorised settings ......................22
Mirror adjustment ......................... 10
Misted light covers .....................149
N New vehicle running-in ..............164
Number plate light .....................251
O
Object detection systems ...........198
Odometer ................................... 106
Oil, engine .......................... 286, 290
OnStar® system .........................135
Operate pedal ............................. 113
Outside temperature ..................102
Overrun cut-off ........................... 166
P Parking ................................ 19, 168
Parking assist ............................ 198
Parking brake ............................ 176
Parking lights ............................. 148
Particulate filter ........................... 169
Performance .............................. 296
Performing work ........................227