Vauxhall ASTRA Owner's Manual

0 - 1VAUXHALL AstraVAUXHALL AstraOwner’s ManualModel Year 2012Edition: August 2011TS 1612-A-12

In brief 9Mirror adjustmentInterior mirrorSwivel the lever on the underside toreduce dazzle.Interior mirror 3 33, Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirro

Instruments and controls 99Select using the Infotainment systembuttonsIn the Settings menu, use the OKbutton to call up the required function.Use the

100 Instruments and controlsAutomatic time synchronisationThe RDS signal of most VHFtransmitters automatically sets thetime. This can be identified by

Instruments and controls 101Setting units of measureSelect the required unit ofmeasurement with the arrow buttons.Graphic-Info-Display,Colour-Info-Dis

102 Instruments and controlsSelect menu items via the menus andusing the Infotainment systembuttons. The OK button is used toselect the highlighted it

Instruments and controls 103System settingsPress the Main button of theInfotainment system.Press the Settings button on theInfotainment system. ForInf

104 Instruments and controlsSelection is indicated by a 6 in frontof the menu item.In systems with voice output, whenthe language setting of the displ

Instruments and controls 105Always day design: black or colouredtext on light background.Always night design: white orcoloured text on dark background

106 Instruments and controls Gong tone if the tailgate is notclosed during roof operation. Gong tone if the tailgate is not fullyopen during operati

Instruments and controls 107LightingImportant exterior lights, includingcables and fuses, are monitored. Intrailer mode, trailer lighting is alsomonit

108 Instruments and controlsTrip computerTrip computer in Board-Info-DisplayAccess the data by pressing the BCbutton on the Infotainment system orthe

10 In briefInstrument panel overview

Instruments and controls 109Range is calculated from current fueltank content and currentconsumption. The display showsaverage values.After refuelling

110 Instruments and controlsRangeRange is calculated from current fueltank content and currentconsumption. The display showsaverage values.After refue

Instruments and controls 111Absolute consumptionDisplays fuel consumed. Themeasurement can be reset at anytime.Average consumptionDisplays average con

112 Instruments and controlsStop watchSelect menu item Timer from theBoard Computer menu.To start, select menu item Start. Tostop, select menu item St

Lighting 113LightingExterior lighting ... 113Interior lighting ... 117Lighting features ...

114 LightingHigh beamTo switch from low to high beam,push lever.To switch to low beam, push leveragain or pull.Headlight flashTo activate the headligh

Lighting 115However, when driving in countrieswhere traffic drives on the oppositeside of the road, adjust the headlightsto prevent dazzling of oncomi

116 LightingTurn and lane-changesignalsLever up = right turn signalLever down = left turn signalThe lever always springs back to itsoriginal position.

Lighting 117When parked, the parking light on oneside can be activated:1.Set light switch to 7 or AUTO.2. Ignition off.3. Move turn signal lever all t

118 LightingCourtesy lights and rear readinglightsOperated with switch.I = on0 = offcentre = automaticReading lightsOperated with a buttons or switch.

In brief 111 Light switch ... 113Instrument illumination ... 117Rear fog light ... 116Front fog lights

Lighting 119Exit lightingHeadlights and reversing lights comeon for approx. 30 seconds after thesystem is activated and the driver'sdoor is close

120 Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems ... 120Air vents ... 126Maintenance ...

Climate control 121 Open side air vents as required anddirect them towards door windows. For simultaneous warming of thefoot well, set air distribut

122 Climate control Open side air vents as required anddirect them towards door windows. For simultaneous warming of thefoot well, set air distribut

Climate control 123The air conditioning system cools anddehumidifies (dries) when outsidetemperature is above a specific level.Therefore condensation

124 Climate controlHeated rear window Ü 3 36.The preselected temperature isautomatically regulated. In theautomatic mode the fan speed and airdistribu

Climate control 125Individual menu items are marked byturning the centre control andselected by pressing it.To exit a menu, turn the centre controlunt

126 Climate controlAir conditioning with the enginenot runningWhen ignition is off, the residual heator cooling in the system can be usedfor climate c

Climate control 127MaintenanceAir intakeThe air intakes in front of thewindscreen in the enginecompartment must be kept clear toallow air intake. Remo

128 Driving and operatingDriving and operatingDriving hints ... 128Starting and operating ... 128Engine exhaus

12 In briefExterior lightingTurn light switch7= Off8= Sidelights9= HeadlightsAUTO = Automatic light controlPress light switch>= Front fog lightsr=

Driving and operating 129Ignition switch positions0 = Ignition off1 = Steering wheel lock released,ignition off2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine:preh

130 Driving and operatingTo repeat the starting procedure or toswitch off the engine, press the buttonagain.Starting the vehicle at lowtemperaturesThe

Driving and operating 131Engine exhaust9 DangerEngine exhaust gases containpoisonous carbon monoxide,which is colourless and odourlessand could be fat

132 Driving and operatingThe control indicator ! extinguishesas soon as the self-cleaningoperation is complete.Catalytic converterThe catalytic conver

Driving and operating 133Selector leverP = park position, Front wheelslocked, engage only when thevehicle is stationary and theparking brake is applie

134 Driving and operatingDo not accelerate while engaginga gear. Never depress the acceleratorpedal and brake pedal at the sametime.When a gear is eng

Driving and operating 135No automatic shifting to a higher geartakes place at a high engine speed.For reasons of safety, kickdown isalso available in

136 Driving and operatingKickdownIf the accelerator pedal is pressedpast the pressure point, thetransmission shifts to a lower geardepending on engine

Driving and operating 1373. Push the yellow catch forwardwith a screwdriver and move theselector lever out of P.4. Mount selector lever trim oncentre

138 Driving and operatingManual transmissionautomatedThe Easytronic transmission permitsmanual (manual mode) or automaticgear shifting (automatic mode

In brief 13Hazard warning flashersOperated with the ¨ button.Hazard warning flashers 3 115.HornPress j.Washer and wiper systemsWindscreen wiper&=

Driving and operating 139Starting offDepress the foot brake and move theselector lever to A, + or -. Thetransmission is in automatic modeand first gea

140 Driving and operating The adaptive programme tailorsgearshifting to the drivingconditions, e.g. greater load orgradients. When Sport mode is eng

Driving and operating 141A illuminates in the event of a fault.Continued driving is possible. Manualmode cannot be used for shifting.If F appears in t

142 Driving and operatingCautionTowing the vehicle and startingthe engine is not permitted whenthe clutch has been disengaged inthis way, although the

Driving and operating 143Fault9 WarningIf there is a fault in the ABS, thewheels may be liable to lock dueto braking that is heavier thannormal. The a

144 Driving and operating9 WarningDo not let this special safetyfeature tempt you into taking riskswhen driving.Adapt speed to the roadconditions.Cont

Driving and operating 145Winter programme activation notpossible.DeactivationBriefly press the SPORT button.Sport mode is deactivated the nexttime the

146 Driving and operatingWith automatic transmission ormanual transmission automated, onlyactivate cruise control in automaticmode.Control indicator m

Driving and operating 147NoteAttached parts in the detection areacause system malfunction.ActivationWhen reverse gear is engaged, thesystem switches i

148 Driving and operatingCautionUse of fuel with too low an octanerating could lead to uncontrolledcombustion and engine damage.Fuel for diesel engine

14 In briefWindscreen and headlightwasher systemsPull lever.Windscreen and headlight washersystem 3 83, Washer fluid 3 159.Rear window wiper and washe

Driving and operating 149The fuel filler cap can be retained inthe bracket on the fuel filler flap.CautionWipe off any overflowing fuelimmediately.Fue

150 Driving and operatingTowingGeneral informationOnly use towing equipment that hasbeen approved for your vehicle.Entrust retrofitting of towingequip

Driving and operating 151The permissible gross train weightmust not be exceeded. This weight isspecified on the identification plate3 206.Vertical cou

152 Driving and operatingFitting the coupling ball barFold down the socket. Remove thesealing plug from the hole for thecoupling ball bar and stow it

Driving and operating 153Insert the tensioned coupling ball barin the opening and push firmlyupwards until it audibly engages.The rotary handle snaps

154 Driving and operatingTrailer stability assistIf the system detects snakingmovements, engine power is reducedand the vehicle/trailer combination is

Vehicle care 155Vehicle careGeneral Information ... 155Vehicle checks ... 156Bulb replacement ...

156 Vehicle care Disconnect the clamp from thenegative terminal of the vehiclebattery. Be aware that all systemsare non-operational, e.g. the anti-th

Vehicle care 157Pull the release lever and return it toits original position.Lift the safety catch upwards andopen the bonnet.Air intake 3 127.Secure

158 Vehicle careWhen the engine oil level hasdropped to the MIN mark, top upengine oil.We recommend the use of the samegrade of engine oil that was us

In brief 15Demisting and defrosting thewindowsAir distribution to l.Set temperature control to warmestlevel.Set fan speed to highest level or to A.Coo

Vehicle care 1599 WarningAllow the engine to cool beforeopening the cap. Carefully openthe cap, relieving the pressureslowly.Top up with antifreeze. I

160 Vehicle careOnly use high-performance brakefluid approved for the vehicle. Brakeand clutch fluid 3 159.BatteryThe vehicle battery is maintenance-f

Vehicle care 161Diesel fuel systembleedingIf the tank has been run dry, the dieselfuel system must be bled. Switch onthe ignition three times for15 se

162 Vehicle careWiper blade on the rear windowLift the wiper arm. Disengage thewiper blade and remove.Bulb replacementSwitch off the ignition and swit

Vehicle care 1632. Remove protective cover 2.3. Rotate the bulb holder anti-clockwise to disengage. Withdrawthe bulb holder from the reflector.4. Deta

164 Vehicle care4. Disengage spring clip fromretainer by pressing forward andthen swinging downwards.5. Withdraw the bulb from reflectorhousing.6. Whe

Vehicle care 165Xenon headlightsHeadlamps have separate systemsfor low beam 1 (inner bulbs) and highbeam 2 (outer bulbs).Low beam9 DangerLow beam work

166 Vehicle care5. Detach bulb from bulb holder.6. Insert new bulb so that the twolugs on the bulb holder engage inthe recesses in the reflector.7. Ro

Vehicle care 1674. Remove bulb from socket andrenew bulb.5. Insert holder in reflector. Placeprotective cap in position andclose.Fog lightsHave bulbs

168 Vehicle care3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheelbolt wrench and unscrew by hand.Vehicle tools 3 182.4. Detach bulb housing towards therear.5. Unscr

16 In briefAutomatic transmissionP = parkR = reverseN = neutralD = driveThe selector lever can only be movedout of P or N when the ignition is onand t

Vehicle care 1698. Ensure that the seals are appliedto the bulb holder and fixingscrews.9. Insert the bulb housing in thebody, engaging the lug and th

170 Vehicle care4. Detach bulb housing towards therear.5. Remove seal from the fasteningbolt. Press the locking tabs on theoutside of the bulb holder

Vehicle care 171Estate, Van1. Disengage cover by pressingretaining lugs and remove.2. Detach plug connector from bulbholder.3. Loosen fastening nuts a

172 Vehicle careTwinTop1. Unscrew retaining nuts.2. Remove bulb housing fromoutside. Disengage plug bypressing on flap and remove frombulb holder.3. D

Vehicle care 1737. Fit seal on bulb holder. Ensurethat the seal is flat in the area ofthe screws.8. Engage plug. Insert bulb housingin body, ensuring

174 Vehicle care4. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwiseto disengage.5. Remove bulb from holder andrenew bulb.6. Insert bulb holder in bulb housingand rot

Vehicle care 1752. Press bulb slightly towards springclip and remove.3. Insert new bulb.4. Install lamp.Instrument panelilluminationHave bulbs replace

176 Vehicle carePlace the fuse extractor on thevarious types of fuse from the top orside, and withdraw fuse.Engine compartment fuseboxInsert a screwdr

Vehicle care 177Fuse assignments inconjunction with loadcompartment fuse box version ANo. Circuit1 ABS2 ABS3 Interior fan climate controlsystem4 Inter

178 Vehicle careNo. Circuit27 Heating, air conditioning system28 –29 Power steering30 Engine electronics31 Rear window wiper32 Brake light switch33 He

In brief 17Starting engine with Start/StopbuttonThe electronic key must be inside thevehicle. Operate clutch and brake,automatic transmission in P or

Vehicle care 179No. Circuit29 Transmission electronics30 Engine electronics31 Adaptive forward fighting,headlight range adjustment32 Brake system, air

180 Vehicle careNo. Circuit1 Fog light2 –3 Load compartment power outlet4 Reversing lights5 Rear power windows6 Air conditioning system7 Front power w

Vehicle care 181No. Circuit16 Seat occupancy recognition,Open&Start system17 Rain sensor, tyre pressuremonitoring system, interiormirror18 Instrum

182 Vehicle careVehicle toolsToolsVehicles with tyre repair setThe tool kit and tyre repair set are ina storage compartment below thefloor cover in th

Vehicle care 183Astra VXR "Nürburgring Edition"with tyres 225/40 ZR 18This model is factory-fitted with high-performance sports tyres, size2

184 Vehicle careDo not use a tyre repair kit.The ECO tyre pressure must not beused.Run-flat tyres must not be combinedwith standard tyres.If convertin

Vehicle care 185On vehicles with tyre pressuremonitoring system, screw the adapterto the valve.Tyre pressure 3 226.The tyre pressure data refer to col

186 Vehicle careTyre deflation detectionsystemThe tyre deflation detection systemcontinually checks the rotation speedof all four tyres.If a tyre lose

Vehicle care 1879 WarningUse of unsuitable tyres or wheelsmay lead to accidents and willinvalidate the vehicle typeapproval.Wheel coversWheel covers a

188 Vehicle careTyre repair kitMinor damage to the tyre tread can berepaired with the tyre repair kit.Do not remove foreign bodies fromthe tyres.Tyre

18 In brief The engine cooling fans may runafter the engine has been switchedoff 3 156. After running at high engine speedsor with high engine loads

Vehicle care 1894. Screw the compressor air hose tothe connection on the sealantbottle.5. Fit the sealant bottle into theretainer on the compressor.Se

190 Vehicle caretyre is too badly damaged. Seekthe assistance of a workshop.Drain excess tyre pressure withthe button over the pressureindicator.Do no

Vehicle care 191 On the Astra TwinTop, the roofmust be closed before the vehicleis raised. Never change more than one wheelat once. Use the jack on

192 Vehicle care3. Ensure the jack is positionedcorrectly with the vehicle jackingpoints.4. Set the jack to the necessaryheight before positioning it

Vehicle care 193The spare wheel well is not designedfor all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheelwider than the spare must be stowedin the spare wheel well

194 Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.A vehicle with a discharged batterycan be started using jump leads andthe battery of anot

Vehicle care 1953. Connect the black lead to thenegative terminal of the boosterbattery.4. Connect the other end of the blacklead to a vehicle groundi

196 Vehicle careScrew in the towing eye as far as it willgo until it stops in a horizontalposition.Attach a tow rope – or better still a towrod – to t

Vehicle care 197For other models unclip locking tabsdownward and pull off the coverupwards.The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 182.Screw

198 Vehicle careIf using a car wash, comply with thecar wash manufacturer's instructions.The windscreen wipers and rearwindow wiper must be switc

Introduction ... 2In brief ... 6Keys, doors and windows ... 19Seats

Keys, doors and windows 19Keys, doors andwindowsKeys, locks ... 19Doors ... 27

Vehicle care 199UnderbodySome areas of the vehicle underbodyhave a PVC undercoating while othercritical areas have a durableprotective wax coating.Aft

200 Vehicle careCautionClose Velcro fasteners as openVelcro fasteners on clothing coulddamage seat upholstery.Plastic and rubber partsPlastic and rubb

Service and maintenance 201Service andmaintenanceGeneral information ... 201Recommended fluids, lubricantsand parts ...

202 Service and maintenanceFixed service intervalWhen service is due, InSP appears inthe service display for approx.10 seconds when the ignition isswi

Service and maintenance 203aging control, whereas viscositygrade gives information on the oil'sthickness over a temperature range.Dexos is the ne

204 Service and maintenanceBrake fluid should be stored ina sealed container to avoid waterabsorption.Ensure brake fluid does not becomecontaminated.

Technical data 205Technical dataVehicle identification ... 205Vehicle data ... 207Vehicle identificationVeh

206 Technical dataIdentification plateThe identification plate is located onthe front right door frame.Information on identification plate:1 = Manufac

Technical data 207Vehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricantsEuropean service scheduleRequired engine oil qualityAll European countries(except Belar

208 Technical dataInternational service scheduleRequired engine oil qualityAll countries outside Europeexcept Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Se

20 Keys, doors and windowsRadio remote controlUsed to operate: Central locking system Anti-theft locking system Anti-theft alarm system Power wind

Technical data 209All countries outside Europeexcept Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, TurkeyEngine oil quality Petrol engines(including C

210 Technical dataEngine dataSales designation 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.8Engine identifier codeZ 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XER,A 16 XERZ 16 LET,A 16 LETZ 18 XER,A

Technical data 211Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI 1.7Engine identifier code Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTHZ 17 DTJ,A 17 D

212 Technical dataSales designation 1.7 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTIEngine identifier codeZ 17 DTR,A 17 DTR Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTHNumber of cylinders

Technical data 213PerformanceHatchback 5-doorEngine Z12XEP Z14XEPZ16XER,A16XER Z16LET Z18XERMaximum speed3) [mph]Manual transmission 106 111 119 137 1

214 Technical dataEngine A17DTJ A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTHMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission 116 121 112 121 129Manual transmission automated – –

Technical data 215Engine Z20LEH Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJZ17DTR,A17DTRMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission 152 108 113 116 / 117 122Manual transmission a

216 Technical dataEstateEngine Z14XEPZ16XER,A16XERZ16LET,A16LETZ18XER,A18XERMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission 111 119 137 129Manual transmission

Technical data 217EngineZ17DTR,A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTHMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission 121 112 120 129Manual transmission automated – – – –Au

218 Technical dataTwinTopEngineZ16XER,A16XER Z16XEPZ16LET,A16LETMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission 119 119 142Manual transmission automated – –Aut

Keys, doors and windows 21Radio remote controlsynchronisationAfter replacing the battery, unlock thedoor with the key in the driver's doorlock. T

Technical data 219Vehicle weightKerb weight, basic model, Hatchback, 5-doorAstra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmissionautomatedAutomatic tran

220 Technical dataKerb weight, basic model, Hatchback, 3-doorAstra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmissionautomatedAutomatic transmissionwithou

Technical data 221Kerb weight, basic model, EstateAstra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmissionautomatedAutomatic transmissionwithout/with air

222 Technical dataKerb weight, basic model, VanAstra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmissionautomatedAutomatic transmissionwithout/with air con

Technical data 223Additional weight, Hatchback 3-door / 5-door, EstateEngine Z14XEP, Z16XER, Z16LET, Z18XER Z13DTH, A17DTJ, A17DTR, Z17DTH Z17DTJ, Z17

224 Technical dataHeavy accessoriesAccessories Sun roof Towing equipment Split rear seat backrest Headlamp washer systemWeight [kg] 23 21 (not on Twin

Technical data 225CapacitiesEngine oilEngine Z12XEP, Z16XER, Z20LER Z13DTH Z20LEH, Z17DTJ, Z19 DTL,Z14XEP Z16LET, Z17DTH Z17DTR, Z19DT,Z18XER, A17DTR,

226 Technical dataTyre pressuresHatchback 3-door / 5-doorComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear fro

Technical data 227Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

228 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

22 Keys, doors and windowsIf the ignition has been switched offand the vehicle is stationary, thesteering wheel lock activatesautomatically when the d

Technical data 229Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

230 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Technical data 231Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

232 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Technical data 233Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

234 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Technical data 235Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

236 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Technical data 237Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

238 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Keys, doors and windows 23The emergency key can only lock orunlock the driver's door. Unlockingthe entire vehicle 3 24. On vehicleswith anti-thef

Technical data 239Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

240 Technical dataComfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full loadEngine Tyres front rear front rear front rear[kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/b

Technical data 241Towing hitch installation dimensionsHatchback

242 Technical dataEstate, Van

Technical data 243TwinTop

244 Customer informationCustomer informationVehicle data recording andprivacy ... 244Vehicle data recordingand pri

Customer information 245In addition, the manufacturer may usethe collected or received diagnosticdata: for the manufacturer's researchneeds to

246IndexAAccessories and vehiclemodifications ... 155Active head restraints... 46Adaptive forward lighting ...

247Child restraints withtransponders ... 63Child restraint systems ... 58Cigarette lighter ...

248HHalogen headlights ... 162Hand brake... 142, 143Hazard warning flashers ... 115Headlight flash ...

24 Keys, doors and windowsTo replace the battery, press thelocking mechanism and remove thecap by applying light pressure. Pressthe cap on the other s

249PParking ... 17, 130Parking assist ... 146Parking brake ... 143Parki

250Trip computer in Board-Info-Display ... 108Trip computer in Graphic-Info-Display or Colour-Info-Display ...

Keys, doors and windows 25Electronic keyPull a door handle or press the buttonunder the tailgate moulding.The electronic key must be outsidethe vehicl

26 Keys, doors and windowsPress the m button: the doors arelocked or unlocked.The LED in the button m illuminatesfor approx. 2 minutes after lockingwi

Keys, doors and windows 27LockingInsert key or emergency key 3 21 intoopening above lock on inside of doorand operate lock by pressing until itclicks.

28 Keys, doors and windowsNoteThe installation of certain heavyaccessories onto the tailgate mayaffect its ability to remain open.Central locking syst

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Keys, doors and windows 29Activating with the electronickeyTouch the sensor field in the frontdoor handle twice within 15 seconds.The electronic key m

30 Keys, doors and windows3. Close doors4. Activate the anti-theft alarmsystem. The LED illuminates.After approx. 10 seconds, thesystem is armed. The

Keys, doors and windows 31NoteThe immobiliser does not lock thedoors. You should always lock thevehicle after leaving it and switch onthe anti-theft a

32 Keys, doors and windowsFoldingFor pedestrian safety, the exteriormirrors will swing out of their normalmounting position if they are struckwith suf

Keys, doors and windows 33Interior mirrorsManual anti-dazzleTo reduce dazzle, adjust the lever onthe underside of the mirror housing.Automatic anti-da

34 Keys, doors and windowspayment must be attached in theseareas. Otherwise data recordingmalfunctions may occur.Power windows9 WarningTake care when

Keys, doors and windows 35Child safety system for rearwindowsSwitch z can be used to activate ordeactivate the switches in the reardoors.Operating win

36 Keys, doors and windowsFaultIf the windows cannot be opened orclosed automatically, activate thewindow electronics as follows:1. Close doors2. Swit

Keys, doors and windows 37To close roof lining: Move forward toa suitable position. When moved allthe way forward, the roof liningengages in position.

38 Keys, doors and windowsCautionWhen using a roof rack, check thefree movement of the sunroof inorder to avoid damage. It is onlypermitted to raise t

Introduction 3Vehicle specific dataPlease enter your vehicle's data onthe previous page to keep it easilyaccessible. This information isavailable

Keys, doors and windows 39Retractable hardtop9 WarningTake care when operating theconvertible hardtop. Risk of injury.Monitor the action zone above, t

40 Keys, doors and windowsWith vehicle stationary unlock thevehicle. Press button q again andkeep pressed until the roof hasopened fully and the boot

Keys, doors and windows 41 Activating the roof on unevenground can lead to malfunctionsand damage. To prevent and remedy squeakingnoises of the roof

42 Keys, doors and windowsThe convertible roof must not beoperated if the anti-roll bars havebeen deployed. A continuous warningwill sound if the swit

Keys, doors and windows 43Failure of electric drivePush locking lever forward.Wind deflectorThe rear seats cannot be occupiedwhen the wind deflector i

44 Keys, doors and windowsInsert the guide clips of the winddeflector in the seat belt recessesbetween the rear head restraints.Pull the toggle of the

Seats, restraints 45Seats, restraintsHead restraints ... 45Front seats ... 47Rear seats ...

46 Seats, restraintsRear centre head restraintPull the head restraint upwards orpress the catch to release and pushthe head restraint downwards.Adjust

Seats, restraints 47NoteApproved accessories may only beattached to the front passenger seathead restraint if the seat is not in use.Front seatsSeat p

48 Seats, restraints Adjust the lumbar support so that itsupports the natural shape of thespine.Seat adjustment9 DangerDo not sit nearer than 25 cm f

4 Introduction9 WarningText marked 9 Warning providesinformation on risk of accident orinjury. Disregarding thisinformation may lead to injury.Caution

Seats, restraints 49Seat heightLever pumping motionup = seat higherdown = seat lowerSeat inclinationPull lever, adjust inclination byshifting body wei

50 Seats, restraintsAdjustable thigh supportPress the button and slide the thighsupport.Seat foldingLift release lever and fold backrestforwards. Slid

Seats, restraints 51HeatingAdjust heating to the desired settingby pressing the ß button for therespective seat one or more timeswith the ignition on.

52 Seats, restraintsSeat beltsThe seat belts are locked duringheavy acceleration or deceleration ofthe vehicle holding the occupants inthe sitting pos

Seats, restraints 53Three-point seat beltFastening seat beltWithdraw the belt from the retractor,guide it untwisted across the bodyand insert the latc

54 Seats, restraintsAdjust the height so that the belt liesacross the shoulder. It must not lieacross the throat or upper arm.Do not adjust while driv

Seats, restraints 55Airbag systemThe airbag system consists ofa number of individual systemsdepending on the scope ofequipment.When triggered the airb

56 Seats, restraintsThere is also a warning label on theside of the instrument panel, visiblewhen the front passenger door isopen.The front airbag sys

Seats, restraints 57The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk ofinjury to the upper body and pelvis inthe event of a side-on c

58 Seats, restraintsIdentified by a label on the lowerpanel of the front passenger seat andby control indicator y, whichilluminates for approx. 4 seco

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Seats, restraints 59Children under the age of 12 yearsthat are smaller than 150 cm are onlyallowed to travel in a restraint systemthat is suitable for

60 Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locationsPermissible options for fitting a child restraint systemWeight and age classOn front passeng

Seats, restraints 61Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint systemWeight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear ou

62 Seats, restraintsISOFIX size class and seat deviceA – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight cla

Seats, restraints 63Isofix child restraintsystemsFasten vehicle-approved ISOFIXchild restraint systems to the ISOFIXmounting brackets. Specific vehicl

64 Seats, restraintsNoteThere must be no objects (e.g.plastic sheet or heating mats)between the seat and the childrestraint system.Seat occupancy reco

Storage 65StorageStorage compartments ... 65Load compartment ... 66Roof rack system ... 80Loadi

66 StorageSunglasses storageFold down and open.Do not use for storing heavy objects.Armrest storageStorage in the front armrestTo open, press button a

Storage 67Folding down centre backrestsPush head restraint down as far aspossible 3 45.Disengage backrest using lever andfold onto seat cushion.Before

68 StorageRaise the seat cushion and fold thebackrestPull the strap on the seat cushion andlift the rear of the cushion forwards(split or one-piece).U

6 In briefIn briefInitial drive informationVehicle unlockingRadio remote controlPress button q to unlock the vehicle.Open the doors by pulling thehand

Storage 69Folding down centre backrestsPush head restraint down as far aspossible 3 45. Disengage backrestusing lever and fold onto seatcushion. If th

70 StorageLoad compartment extension,TwinTopLoading area between rear seatsPull out the armrest by the strap.The armrest is held in place on thebackre

Storage 71EstateDo not place any heavy or sharp-edged objects on the loadcompartment cover.OpeningPress handle on load compartmentcover rearwards; the

72 StorageTwinTopOpeningRelease load compartment blind fromrecesses on left and right, blind rollsup automatically.ClosingPull the cover towards the r

Storage 73The system consists of adapters variable partition net mesh pockets hooksThe components are fitted in two railsin the side panels using

74 StorageCargo boxFoldable box under the floor coverused to divide the load compartment.The cargo box may only be loadedwhen the backrests are engage

Storage 75 Observe marked maximum loadheight Suspend the load compartmentblind from the rear window frameand engage in the recesses. Theload compart

76 StorageInstallationThere are two installation openings inthe roof frame: suspend and engagerod of net at one side, compress rodand suspend and enga

Storage 77RemovalTilt length adjuster of the nettensioning belt upwards and detachthe belt. Unhook the safety net rodsfrom the brackets in the roof fr

78 StorageDo not place any heavy objects on thefolding tray.Warning triangleHatchback 3-door / 5-door,TwinTopStore warning triangle in rear loadcompar

In brief 7Seat adjustmentSeat positioningPull handle, slide seat, releasehandle.Seat adjustment 3 48, Seat position3 47.9 DangerDo not sit nearer than

Storage 79EstateFasten the first-aid kit to the left loadcompartment wall with a retainingstrap.VanPlace first aid kit in stowagecompartment behind th

80 StorageRoof rack systemRoof rackFor safety reasons and to avoiddamage to the roof, the vehicleapproved roof rack system isrecommended.Roof loads ar

Storage 81 When transporting objects in theload compartment, the backrests ofthe rear seats must not be angledforward. Do not allow the load to prot

82 Instruments and controlsInstruments andcontrolsControls ... 82Warning lights, gauges andindicators ...

Instruments and controls 83HornPress j.Windscreen wiper/washerWindscreen wiperThe lever always springs back to itsoriginal position.&= fast%= slow

84 Instruments and controlsAfter turning on the ignition andsetting the lever to $, the interval isset to 6 seconds.Automatic wiping with rain sensor$

Instruments and controls 85Do not use if the rear window isfrozen.Switch off in car washes.The rear screen wiper comes onautomatically when the windsc

86 Instruments and controlsSet date and time inTriple-Info-DisplayTo set time, hold the setting button inthe instrument panel depressed forapprox. 2 s

Instruments and controls 87Connecting electrical accessorieswhile the engine is off will dischargethe battery.Do not exceed the maximum powerconsumpti

88 Instruments and controlsAshtray, frontPress ashtray cover to open.To empty, grip both sides of theashtray insert and pull upwards.Ashtray, rearPull

8 In briefSeat inclinationPull lever, adjust inclination byshifting body weight. Release leverand audibly engage seat in position.Seat adjustment 3 48

Instruments and controls 89Warning lights, gaugesand indicatorsInstrument clusterIn some versions, the needles of theinstruments briefly rotate to the

90 Instruments and controlsFuel gaugeDisplays the fuel level in the tankdepending on the operation mode.Control indicator Y illuminates if thelevel in

Instruments and controls 91

92 Instruments and controlsTurn signalO illuminates or flashes green.IlluminatesThe control indicator illuminatesbriefly when the parking lights aresw

Instruments and controls 939 DangerIf a child restraint system is fittedand the control indicator is notilluminated while driving, the frontand side a

94 Instruments and controlsFlashes with switched onignitionFault in the immobiliser system. Theengine cannot be started 3 30.Switch off the ignition a

Instruments and controls 95Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 146.Electronic StabilityProgramv flashes or illuminates yellow.Illuminates for a few seconds w

96 Instruments and controlsControl indicator illuminatesyellowFault in system or tyre withoutpressure sensor mounted (e.g. sparewheel). Consult a work

Instruments and controls 97IlluminatesLevel in fuel tank too low.FlashesFuel used up. Refuel immediately.Never run the tank dry.Catalytic converter 3

98 Instruments and controlsFog light> illuminates green.Illuminates when the front fog lightsare on 3 116.Rear fog lightr illuminates yellow.Illumi