alarm VAUXHALL ASTRA K 2020 User Guide

222Vehicle careCaution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Number plate mounting
To ensure a proper functionality of the
radar system, do not use a number
plate support on the front bumper.
Vehicle storage Storage for a long period of timeIf the vehicle is to be stored for several
months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Note that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Initialize the power
windows 3 42.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.
Number plate mounting 3 221.
End-of-life vehicle recovery Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.

Vehicle care227Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is located in the
load compartment.
There are connecting points for jump
starting 3 262.
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 139.
Disconnecting the battery
If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.
Replacing the vehicle battery
Notice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to
temporary deactivation or
disturbance of the stop-start system.
When the vehicle battery is being
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap, and the ventilation in the vicinity of the
negative terminal must be opened.
Ensure that the battery is always replaced by the same type of battery.
The vehicle battery has to be
replaced by a workshop.
Stop-start system 3 156.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6 V

Vehicle care243If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box The fuse box is located behind a
cover.
Pull the cover on the left side to
remove.
No.Circuit1Rear seat heating (only for vehi‐ cles without alarm horn)2Climate control system / fan3Power seat driver side4Power seat passenger side5ABS6Power window front7–8Heated steering wheel9Body control module 810Power window rear11Sunroof12Body control module 613Seat heating (only on vehicles
without alarm horn)14Exterior mirror15Body control module 116Body control module 7

244Vehicle careNo.Circuit17Body control module 418Body control module 319Data link connector20Airbag system21Climate control system22Central locking system / tailgate23Electronic key system24Power seat memory function25Airbag system steering wheel26Ignition switch / Steering
column lock27Body control module 228USB socket29Cigarette lighter / Power outlet
front30Selector lever31Rear window wiper32Transmission control moduleNo.Circuit33Anti-theft alarm system / Power
sounder34Parking assist / Side blind spot
alert / Infotainment system /
USB socket35SOS36Info Display / Instrument cluster37Infotainment system / radio
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover:
1. Apply the cover on the right side.
2. Fold the left side of the cover forwards. Take care that thesecuring clamp is guided as
shown in the illustration.
Load compartment fuse box The fuse box is located on the left side
of the load compartment behind a
cover.
Remove the cover.

Vehicle care245
Disengage the fuse box cover and
remove it.
No.Circuit1–2–3Trailer module4–5–6–7–8–9–10–11Amplifier12Front seat heating (on vehicles
with alarm horn)13Rear seat heating (on vehicles
with alarm horn)14Ignition15Seat ventilation16Trailer outlet

296IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 221
Active emergency braking ..........189
Adaptive cruise control .......113, 178
AdBlue ................................ 111, 162
Adjustable air vents ...................148
Airbag and belt tensioners .........108
Airbag deactivation ..............64, 108
Airbag label................................... 59
Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 149
Air conditioning system .............. 140
Air intake .................................... 149
Air vents...................................... 148
Antilock brake system ................ 169
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....110
Anti-theft alarm system ................36
Anti-theft locking system .............. 36
Appearance care ........................266
Armrest ................................... 54, 56
Armrest storage ........................... 73
Ashtrays ..................................... 100
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................41
Automatic light control ...............130
Automatic locking ........................29
Automatic transmission .............165
Autostop ..................................... 156
Auxiliary heater ........................... 148B
Baselevel display ........................114
Battery discharge protection ......139
Battery voltage ........................... 122
Belts.............................................. 57
BlueInjection ............................... 162
Bonnet ....................................... 223
Brake and clutch fluid .................271
Brake and clutch system ...........109
Brake assist ............................... 172
Brake fluid .................................. 226 Brakes ............................... 169, 226
Breakdown.................................. 264
Bulb replacement ....................... 229
C Capacities .................................. 282
Cargo management system ........83
Catalytic converter .....................162
Central locking system ................24
Centre console lighting ..............138
Changing tyre and wheel size ...253
Charging system ........................ 109
Child locks ................................... 30
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 68
Child restraints.............................. 66
Child restraint systems ................66
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock............................................. 96