VAUXHALL ASTRA J GTC 2018.5 Owners Manual

Instruments and controls89Illuminates 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
or
Interference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 174.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 deterioratedepending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
3 154, Traction Control system (TC)
3 154.Traction Control system off
k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature is low.
Exhaust filter
% illuminates or flashes yellow.
The exhaust filter requires cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes. If possible, do not allow engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Illuminates
The exhaust filter is full. Start cleaning
process as soon as possible.

90Instruments and controlsFlashes
The maximum filling level of the filter is reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Exhaust filter 3 144, Stop-start
system 3 141.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted ( e.g. spare
wheel). After 60-90 seconds the control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly 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 3 201.
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 3 146.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 206.

Instruments and controls91Immobiliser
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 3 115.
High beam C illuminates blue.
Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 117 , or when
high beam is on with high beam assist
or intelligent light range 3 119.
High beam assist l illuminates green.The high beam assist or intelligent
light range is activated 3 117,
3 119.
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.
four seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 118.
Automatic light control 3 116.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 123.Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 123.
Low washer fluid G illuminates yellow.
The washer fluid level is low.
Washer fluid 3 203.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white The system is on.
Illuminates green
Cruise control is active.
Cruise control 3 158.
Adaptive cruise control m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white The system is on.

92Instruments and controlsIlluminates green
Adaptive cruise control is active.
Adaptive cruise control 3 161.
Vehicle detected ahead
A illuminates green.
A vehicle ahead is detected in the
same lane.
Adaptive cruise control 3 161,
Forward collision alert 3 168.
Door open h illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.Displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is
located in the instrument cluster
between speedometer and
tachometer. It is available as
Midlevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-
Display.
Midlevel-Display indicates:
● overall odometer
● trip odometer
● some control indicators
● vehicle information
● trip/fuel information
● vehicle messages, displayed as code numbers 3 98.
In the Uplevel-Combi-Display, menu
pages can be selected by pressing
MENU . Menu symbols are indicated
in the top line of the display:
● X Vehicle Information Menu
● W Trip/Fuel Information Menu
● s ECO Information Menu
● C Performance Menu

Instruments and controls93Some of the displayed functions differ
when the vehicle is being driven or at
a standstill. Some functions are only
available when the vehicle is being
driven.
Vehicle personalisation 3 104.
Memorised settings 3 22.
Selecting menus and functions
The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.
Press MENU to switch between the
menus or to return from a submenu to the next higher menu level.
Turn the adjuster wheel to highlight a
menu option or to set a numeric value.
Press SET/CLR to select a function or
confirm a message.
Vehicle Information Menu
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
Information Menu or, on Uplevel-
Combi-Display, select X.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.
Follow the instructions given in the
submenus.
Possible submenus can include,
depending on the version:
● Unit : Displayed units can be
changed.
● Tyre Pressure : Checks tyre
pressure of all wheels during
driving 3 230.
● Tyre Load : Select tyre pressure
category according to the current actual tyre inflation pressure
3 230.

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●Remaining Oil Life : Indicates
when to change the engine oil and filter 3 82.
● Speed Warning : If exceeding the
preset speed, a warning chime will be activated.
● Traffic Sign Assistant : Displays
detected traffic signs for the
current route section. 3 182
● Following Dist. : Displays the
distance to a moving vehicle ahead 3 171.
Selection and indication can be
different between Midlevel-Display
and Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu
Press MENU to select the Trip/Fuel
Information Menu , or select W on
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.
● trip odometer 1
● trip odometer 2
● digital speed
Trip odometer 2 and digital speed are
only available on vehicles with
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Reset trip odometer by pressing
SET/CLR on the turn signal lever for
a few seconds or by pressing the

Instruments and controls95reset knob between speedometer
and Driver Information Centre with
the ignition on.
On vehicles with trip computer, more
submenus are available.
Selection and indication can be
different between Midlevel-Display
and Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu, Trip
Computer 3 102.
ECO Information Menu
Press MENU to select s in the top
line of the Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.Submenus are:
●Shift indication : Current gear is
indicated inside an arrow. The
figure above recommends
upshifting for fuel saving
reasons.
Eco index display : The current
fuel consumption is indicated on a segment display. For
economical driving, adapt your driving characteristic to keep the
filled segments within the Eco
area. The more segments are
filled, the higher the fuel
consumption. Simultaneously
the current consumption value is
indicated.
● Top Consumers : List of top
comfort consumers currently
switched on is displayed in
descending order. Fuel saving
potential is indicated. A switched off consumer disappears from
the list and the consumption
value will be updated.
During sporadic driving
conditions, the engine will
activate the heated rear window
automatically to increase the
engine load. In this event, the
heated rear window is indicated
as one of the top consumers,
without activation by the driver.

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●Economy Trend : Displays the
average consumption
development over a distance of
50 miles. Filled segments display
the consumption in 5 mile steps
and shows the effect of
topography or driving behaviour
on fuel consumption.
Performance Menu
Press MENU to select the
Performance Menu , or select C on
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.
Submenus are: ● Acceleration : Display of current
acceleration in all directions.
● Lap Timer : Display of lap times,
top speed, average speed and
average time. Follow the
instructions given in the
submenu.
● Coolant Temp. : Display of
coolant temperature.
● Battery Volt. : Display of vehicle
battery voltage.
Info Display
Depending on the vehicle
configuration the vehicle has a
Graphic-Info-Display or Colour-Info-
Display. The Info-Display is located in
the instrument panel above the
Infotainment system.
Graphic-Info-Display

Instruments and controls97Depending on the Infotainment
system, the Graphic-Info-Display is
available in two versions.
Graphic-Info-Display indicates:
● time 3 76
● outside temperature 3 75
● date 3 76
● Infotainment system, see description in the Infotainment
manual
● settings for vehicle personalisation 3 104
Colour-Info-Display
The Colour-Info-Display indicates in
colour:
● time 3 76
● outside temperature 3 75
● date 3 76
● Infotainment system, see description in the Infotainment
manual
● navigation, see description in the
Infotainment manual
● system settings
● vehicle messages 3 98
● settings for vehicle personalisation 3 104
The type of information and how it is
displayed depends on the equipment
of the vehicle and the settings made.
Selecting menus and settings
Menus and settings are accessed via the display.
Selections are made via:
● menus
● function buttons and multifunction knob of the
Infotainment system

98Instruments and controlsSelecting with the Infotainment
system
Select a function via the Infotainment
system buttons. The menu of the
selected function is displayed.
The multifunction knob is used to
select an item and to confirm.
Multifunction knob
The multifunction knob is the central control element for the menus:
Turn
● to highlight a menu option
● to set a numeric value or to display a menu option
Press (the outer ring)
● to select or activate the highlighted option
● to confirm a set value
● to switch a system function on/off
BACK
Press BACK 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 BACK for a few
seconds to delete the entire entry.
Vehicle personalisation 3 104.
Memorised settings 3 22.
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, in some
cases together with a warning and
signal buzzer.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.