Vauxhall Astra TwinTop (2007 year). Manual - part 10

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Lighting

Hazard warning lights 

To switch on, press button ¨, to switch off, 

press button ¨ again. 
To aid location of the pushbutton, the red 

surface is illuminated when the ignition 

switched on. When the button is pressed, 

its control indicator flashes in time with the 

hazard warning lights. 
The hazard warning lights switch on 

automatically when the airbags are 

triggered, and the central locking unlocks 

all doors. Switch off hazard warning lights 

with button ¨. 

Headlight range adjustment 

?

 

Manual headlight range adjustment 3 

With dipped beam switched on, adjust 

headlight range in four steps to suit vehicle 

load. Turn wheel against resistance and 

click it to the required position. 
Correct adjustment of the headlight range 

reduces dazzle for other road users. 
Automatic level control system 3, see 

page 217. 

Vehicles without automatic level control 

system

Vehicles with automatic level control 

system

Automatic headlight range adjustment 3 

On vehicles with Xenon headlights, the 

range of the headlights is adjusted 

automatically based on vehicle load. 

0 = Front seats occupied
1 = All seats occupied 
2 = All seats occupied and luggage 

compartment load

3 = Driver’s seat occupied and luggage 

compartment load

0 = Front seats occupied
1 = All seats occupied 
1 = All seats occupied and luggage 

compartment load

2 = Driver’s seat occupied and luggage 

compartment load

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Lighting

Adaptive Forward Lighting 

3 

(AFL) 

improves lighting in curves (curve lighting) 

on vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlight 

system. 

Curve lighting

The Xenon light beam pivots based on 

steering wheel position and speed (from 

approx. 6 mph/10 km/h). 
The headlights shine at an angle of up to 

15° to the right or left of the direction of 

travel.
Motorway lighting

At higher speeds and continuous straight 

ahead travel, the dipped beam 

automatically raises slightly, thereby 

increasing headlight range. 

Control indicator 

B 

for adaptive driving 

lights

Flashing: Fault in system. System not ready 

for operation. 
If the cornering light swivelling device fails, 

the relevant dipped beam is switched off. 

The corresponding fog light is 

automatically switched on for reasons of 

safety. 
Contact a workshop for assistance. 
A flashing control indicator 

B

 for 

4 seconds after the ignition is switched on 

is a reminder that the headlights have 

been adjusted, see "Headlights when 

driving abroad", page 150. 

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Lighting

Door-to-door light function

3

 

Dipped beam and reverse lights 3 

illuminate for around 30 seconds after the 

driver exits the vehicle and closes his door. 
To activate 

1. Switch off ignition. 
2. Remove ignition key 3. 
3. Open driver’s door. 
4. Pull turn signal stalk toward steering 

wheel. 

5. Close driver’s door. 
If the driver’s door is left open, the lights will 

go out after two minutes. 
The light is switched off immediately by 

inserting the key into the ignition or pulling 

the turn signal stalk again with the driver’s 

door open. 

Instrument illumination

, 

information display illumination

 

Comes on when ignition is switched on. 
Brightness can be adjusted when the 

exterior lights are on: Push to release 

knob k and then turn it clockwise or 

anti-clockwise and hold until the desired 

brightness is obtained.
Display mode 3, see page 134. 

Courtesy light 

Automatic interior light 

Comes on automatically when the vehicle is 

unlocked with the remote control, when a 

door is opened or when the key is removed 

from the starter switch after the ignition is 

switched off. 
Goes off automatically after a delay when 

the doors are closed or immediately when 

the ignition is switched on or the doors are 

locked. 
Front courtesy light 

To operate manually from inside when the 

doors are closed: 
On

= Press button 

c

Off

= Press button 

c

 again 

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Lighting

Front reading lights 3 

Left and right reading lights are 

individually operable. With ignition on: 

Courtesy lights and rear reading lights 3 

Centre switch position: The rear courtesy 

light comes on together with the front one 

when a door is open. 
The rear reading lights on the left and right 

can be switched on separately. With 

ignition on: 

Entry lighting 3 

After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument 

and switch lighting come on for a few 

seconds. 
Door handle lighting 3 

When the exterior lights are on, the interior 

front door handles are illuminated. 
Illuminated mirror in the sun visors 3 

The lighting switches on when the cover is 

opened. 
Glove compartment lighting 

on when lid is open. 
Cigarette lighter and ashtray 

illumination 3 

Comes on when ignition is switched on. 
Luggage compartment lighting 

Comes on when the boot lid/tailgate is 

opened. 
Automatically regulated centre console 

lighting 3 

Spotlight in housing of interior mirror. 
Daylight-dependent, automatically 

regulated centre console lighting with 

ignition switched on. 

On

= Press button 

a

Off

= Press button 

a 

again

On

=

Switch position I

Off

=

Switch position 0

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Lighting

Battery discharge protection 

To prevent the battery from becoming 

discharged, the courtesy light, reading 

lights, luggage compartment lighting and 

glove compartment lighting switch off 

automatically 10 minutes after the ignition 

is switched off. 

Light covers 

The inside of the light covers may mist up 

briefly in poor, wet and cold weather 

conditions, in heavy rain or after washing. 

The mist disappears quickly by itself; to 

help, switch on the lights. 

Headlights when driving abroad 

The asymmetrical dipped beam increases 

the field of vision on the passenger side of 

the lane. 
This causes glare for oncoming traffic if the 

vehicle is driven in countries where traffic 

drives on the opposite side of the road. 
Do as follows to prevent glare: 
Vehicles with halogen headlight system 

or Xenon headlight system 3 

Have headlights adjusted in a workshop. 

Vehicles with adaptive forward lighting 3 

(AFL) 

1. Pull and hold stalk for main beam on 

steering wheel (headlight flash)

2. Switch on ignition.
3. After approx. 3 seconds, an acoustic 

signal sounds and then AFL control 

indicator 

B 

flashes approx. 4 seconds.

After the switch, AFL control indicator 

B 

flashes for 4 seconds each time the ignition 

is switched on. 
To return to asymmetrical dipped beam, 

pull and hold the main beam stalk again, 

switch on the ignition and wait for the 

acoustic signal. AFL control indicator 

B

 

will then discontinue flashing.
Control indicator B, see pages 118, 147. 

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Infotainment system

Infotainment system

Radio reception 

3

 

Car radio reception differs from domestic 

radio reception: 
As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the 

ground, the broadcasting companies 

cannot guarantee the same quality of 

reception as obtained with a domestic 

radio using an overhead antenna. 
z Changes in distance from the 

transmitter, 

z multi-path reception due to reflection 

and 

z shadowing 

may cause hissing, noise, distortion or loss 

of reception altogether. 

Infotainment system 

3

 

The infotainment system is operated as 

described in the operating instructions. 

Remote control on steering 

wheel

3

 

The functions of the Infotainment system 3 

and the information display can be 

operated using the adjuster wheels and 

buttons on the steering wheel. 
Further information – see pages 125, 131 

and the relevant operating instructions. 

Radio reception 3................................ 151 
Infotainment system 3........................ 151 
Remote control on steering wheel 3.. 151 
Twin Audio 3 ....................................... 152 
AUX input 3......................................... 152 
Mobile telephones and radio 

equipment 3...................................... 152 

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Infotainment system

Twin Audio 

3

 

Twin Audio allows rear seat occupants the 

choice between the audio source played on 

the Infotainment system 3 or another 

audio source. 
Only an audio source that is not currently 

active on the infotainment system can be 

controlled using Twin Audio. 
Two headphone connections are available, 

with separate volume controls. 
Further information is available in the 

infotainment system operating 

instructions. 

AUX input 

3

 

The AUX input is in the centre console next 

to the handbrake. 
An external audio source such as portable 

CD player can be connected using a 

3.5 mm jack plug via the AUX input. 
Keep AUX input clean and dry at all times. 
Further information is available in the 

infotainment system operating 

instructions.

Mobile telephones and radio 

equipment 

3

 

The Vauxhall installation instructions and 

the operating guidelines provided by the 

telephone manufacturer must be observed 

when fitting and operating a mobile 

telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate 

the vehicle’s operating permit 

(EU Directive 95/54/EG).
Recommended prerequisites for fault-free 

operation:

z Professionally installed exterior antenna 

to obtain the maximum range possible.

z Maximum transmission power 10 Watt.
z Installation of the telephone in a suitable 

spot (see information on page 106). 

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Infotainment system

Obtain advice on predetermined 

installation locations for the external 

antenna and equipment holder and ways 

of using devices with transmission power of 

more than 10 Watts. We recommend that 

you consult your Vauxhall Authorised 

repairer, who will have brackets and 

various installation kits available as 

accessories and will install them in 

accordance with regulations. 
A hands-free attachment without an 

external antenna in mobile phone 

standards GSM 900/1800/1900 and UMTS 

must only be operated if the maximum 

transmission power of the mobile phone 

does not exceed 2 Watts with GSM 900 

and 1 Watt in other cases. The operating 

regulations stipulated by the manufacturer 

of the telephone and the hands-free 

attachment must be complied with.

For reasons of safety, we recommend that 

you do not use the phone while driving. 

Even use of a hands-free set can be a 

distraction while driving. Be sure to observe 

any country-specific regulations. 

9

 Warning

Mobile phones and radio equipment may 

cause malfunctions in the vehicle 

electronics if they are operated in the 

vehicle without the external antenna 

unless the above-mentioned regulations 

are complied with. 
Mobile phones that do not comply with 

the above-mentioned mobile phone 

standard and radio equipment must only 

be operated using an antenna that is 

attached to the exterior of the vehicle. 

154

Climate control

Climate control 

Heating and ventilation system, 

air conditioning system 

3

 

Ventilation, heating and cooling 3 are 

combined into one unit that is designed to 

provide comfort regardless of the season, 

weather or outside temperature. 
When cooling 3 is activated, the air is 

cooled and dried. 
The heating unit heats the air as required in 

all operating modes depending on the 

position of the temperature switch. The air 

supply can be adjusted to suit 

requirements by means of the fan. 

The buttons for cooling n and air 

recirculation 4 are only found on 

versions with optional air conditioning 

system 3. 
Air conditioning system 3 - 

see pages 161, 163. 

Heating and ventilation system, 

air conditioning system 3................. 154 

Automatic air conditioning system 3  155 
Electronic climate control system 3 ... 155 
Air vents ...............................................  156 
Cooled glove compartment 3 ............ 156 
Heated rear window 3, 

heated exterior mirrors 3 ................. 157 

Heated front seats 3........................... 157 
Heating and ventilation system .........  158 
Air conditioning system 3................... 161 
Automatic air conditioning system 3  163 
Electronic climate control system 3 ... 168 
Air intake ..............................................  174 
Pollen filter ...........................................  174 
Note ...................................................... 174 
Maintenance ........................................ 175 

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Climate control

Automatic air conditioning 

system 

3

 

Provides a comfortable interior regardless 

of the weather, outside temperature or 

season. 
When an interior temperature is set with 

the temperature control, the temperature 

and amount of inflowing air are 

automatically regulated. A uniform, 

comfortable climate in the vehicle is 

thereby automatically obtained based on 

outside climate conditions. 
Automatic air conditioning system - 

see page 163. 

Electronic climate control 

system

3

 

Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle 

interior regardless of the conditions 

outside. 
To ensure a uniform and comfortable 

climate in the vehicle, the temperature of 

inflowing air, air-flow rate and air 

distribution are automatically adapted 

based on the climate conditions outside 

the vehicle and the current temperature of 

the vehicle interior. 

The set values appear on the information 

display. 
Electronic climate control system, see 

page 168. 

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Climate control

Air vents 

The interior ventilation can be adjusted to 

a comfortable level by adjusting the 

temperature switch. 
To increase the air supply, turn the fan all 

the way up and set the air distribution 

switch to M or L. 
Centre and side air vents (1) 

Open nozzle: move vertical knurled wheel 

downwards. 
Adjust air flow direction by rotating the 

horizontal knurled wheel. 

To close the vent, turn the vertical adjuster 

wheel fully up. The symbol 0 appears. The 

slats of the vent remain open although the 

air supply is closed. 
Windscreen defroster nozzles (2) 

Air distribution switch to 

l

 or J: Air flows 

onto windscreen and side windows. 
Additional vents 

below the windscreen and door windows 

and in the front footwell. 

Cooled glove compartment 

3

 

Cooled air is fed into the glove 

compartment through a nozzle.
If glove compartment cooling is not 

required, slide the slider forward. 

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Heated rear window 

3

,

 

heated exterior mirrors 

3

 

With the ignition on, the rear screen and 

exterior mirror heating is switched on by 

pressing button Ü: 
LED in Ü button illuminated: rear window 

and exterior mirror heating. 
LED in Ü button not illuminated: rear 

window and exterior mirror heating is 

switched off. 

Heating takes place with the engine 

running and is switched off automatically 

after several minutes. 
Astra TwinTop: The headed rear window 

and heated exterior mirrors 3 are 

deactivated when the roof is open. 
The heated rear window automatically 

switches on when the diesel particle filter is 

being cleaned 3 depending on the engine. 

Heated front seats 

3

 

Two buttons above the centre air vents for 

left and right seat. 
Operation with ignition switched on: 
Press button ß one or more times to set the 

desired heat output. The control indicator 

in the button indicates which of the three 

heating levels is active. 
We do not recommend prolonged use of 

the highest level for people with sensitive 

skin. 
To switch off: Press button ß repeatedly 

until the control indicator in the button 

goes out.
Seat heating is operational when the 

engine is running. 

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Climate control

Heating and ventilation system 

Air distribution 

Adjust with left rotary switch. 

Intermediate settings are possible. 
Open the air vents when the switch is set 

to L or M. 

Temperature 

Adjust with centre rotary switch. 

Air flow 

Adjust with right rotary switch. 
Four fan speeds: 

The rate of air flow is determined by the 

fan. The fan should therefore also be 

switched on during a journey. 

L

To head area via adjustable vents, 

to footwell

M

To head area via adjustable vents

l

To windscreen and front door 

windows

J

To windscreen and front door 

windows, to footwell

K

To footwell

Red area

=

Warm

Blue area

=

Cold

x

Switched off

1-4

Selected fan speed

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Climate control

Ventilation 

z For maximum ventilation in head area: 

set air distribution switch to M and open 

all vents. 

z For ventilation to footwell: Set air 

distribution switch to K. 

z For simultaneous ventilation to the head 

area and the footwell: set air distribution 

switch to L. 

z Set the temperature to the desired 

setting. 

z Switch fan on, adjust as required. 

Heating 

The amount of heat is dependent on the 

coolant temperature and is thus not fully 

attained until the engine is warm. 
For rapid warming of the passenger 

compartment: 

z Set air distribution switch to desired 

position, preferably position J, see 

page 158. 

z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as 

far as it will go (warm). 

z Set the fan to speed 3. 
z Open air vents. 
Vehicles with Quickheat 3: depending on 

the outside temperature and the engine 

temperature the passenger compartment 

is heated up more quickly using an 

auxiliary electric heater. 
The auxiliary electric heater switches itself 

on automatically. 

The comfort and general well-being of the 

vehicle occupants are to a large extent 

dependent on a suitable ventilation and 

heating setting. 
To achieve a stratification of temperature 

with the pleasant effect of "cool head and 

warm feet", turn the rotary switch for air 

distribution to K or J, set temperature 

rotary switch to any position (in the mid-

range with stratification of temperature).

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Heating the footwell 

z Set air distribution switch to K. 
z Move temperature switch to red zone. 
z Switch on fan. 

Window demisting and de-icing 

Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp 

weather, damp clothing or low outside 

temperatures: 
z Move air distribution switch to 

l

. 

z For simultaneous footwell heating, set 

air distribution switch to J. 

z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as 

far as it will go (warm). 

z Set fan switch to 3 or 4. 
z Activate heated rear window Ü. 
z Open side air vents as required and 

direct them towards the side windows. 

9

 Warning

Failure to follow the instructions could 

lead to misted or icy windows and 

accidents stemming from impaired 

visibility. 

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Climate control

Air conditioning system 

3

 

As a supplement to the heating and 

ventilation system, the air conditioning 

system cools and dehumidifies (dries) 

inflowing air. 
If cooling or dehumidification is not 

desired, switch off cooling in order to save 

fuel. 
Cooling switches off automatically at low 

outside temperatures. 

Cooling n 

Operate only with the engine on and the 

fan running: 

Control indicator in the button. 

Air recirculation system 4 

The recirculation switch 4 is used to set 

the ventilation system to recirculation 

mode (control indicator in switch). 
If fumes or unpleasant odours penetrate 

from outside: temporarily switch on air 

recirculation system 4. 
To increase the cooling power at high 

outside temperatures, temporarily switch 

on the air recirculation system. 

On

=

Press n

Off

=

Press n again