Removal and installation switches (Opel Astra G)

Ignition/steering column lock

Steering Column Lock Cylinder

1. Remove the steering wheel (see Chapter Suspension and steering), - do not forget to disconnect the battery first.

2. Remove the mounting screws and steering column cover sections, remove the column position adjustment lever handle.

A — Steering column cover mounting screws (astra models)

B — Steering column cover mounting screws (zafira models)

A.

B.

3. Remove the right steering column switch from the column (see below). If necessary, remove the immobilization system transceiver from the ignition switch, disconnect the electrical wiring from the transceiver.



4. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the on position I.

5. Using a watchmaker's screwdriver or a blunt awl, press the lock through the hole in the top of the steering column and, pulling the key, remove the lock cylinder.



6. To install the cylinder, push it into the lock assembly housing until the latch clicks into place, then turn the key to the position 0 and remove it. If the steering column is locked, it will not be possible to install the cylinder, in this case you should first use a screwdriver to press down the locking pin in the lock housing.

Ignition switch

1. Remove the lock cylinder (see above), or insert the key into the lock and turn it to the position 0.

2. Insert a watchmaker's screwdriver into the hole in the bottom of the switch and press the internal lock, then, using a second screwdriver, disconnect the electrical wiring connector.

3. After disconnecting the connector, release the fastener and remove the ignition switch (contact group).

4. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Steering column switches

1. Removal of both steering column switches is carried out according to the same scheme.



2. Remove the steering wheel (see Chapter Suspension and steering), - do not forget to disconnect the battery first.

3. Loosen the steering column adjustment mechanism drive lever fastener, unscrew the fastening screws and remove the upper and lower sections of the steering column cover.

A — Steering column cover mounting screws (astra models)

B — Steering column cover mounting screws (zafira models)

A.

B.

4. Squeeze the locking tabs located at the edges of the assembly and carefully separate the switch assembly from the steering column.



5. Disconnect the wiring and remove the switch. If so equipped, disconnect the wiring from the cruise control panel.





6. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Switches for controlling the operation of external lighting devices

1. Using a small screwdriver, release the clips and remove the lighting control switch.



2. Using a pair of small screwdrivers, insert the screwdriver into the switch mounting hole, release the tabs and remove the switch panel - note that the wiring connector remains inside the instrument panel.



3. If necessary, replace the backlight lamp (see section Replacement of interior lighting fixtures).



4. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Hazard warning switch

1. Using a screwdriver, carefully pry off the cover of the hazard warning light switch.



2. Pass two screwdrivers through the channels on the sides of the button and carefully release it from the instrument panel.



3. Installation is carried out in reverse order

Switch for selecting the speed modes of operation of the heater fan

1. Remove the control panel for heating/ ventilation/ air conditioning systems (see Chapter Cooling and heating systems).

2. Carefully pry the rotary knob for selecting fan speed modes off the panel.

3. After releasing the four latches, press the switch from the back of the panel.

4. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Brake light and parking brake warning light switches

See Chapter Brake system.

Sensor switches for interior lighting/door sill lighting and luggage compartment lighting

1. Loosen the mounting screw and remove the sensor switch.



2. Disconnect the wiring and secure the harness to the pillar with tape. When removing the tailgate sensor switch, it is easier to first remove the interior decorative trims and disconnect the wiring from the sensor switch.

3. Check the reliability of the contact of the fastening screw with the body metal and the sensor switch; if necessary, clean the contact spot.

4. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Switch for controlling the operation of the electric drive of the upper hatch

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1. Remove the front interior light (see section Replacement of interior lighting fixtures).

2. Remove the screws securing the control panel for the electric drive of the upper sunroof to the ceiling.

3. Remove the control panel and disconnect the wiring from the key switch.



4. Remove the switch from the panel.





5. Installation is carried out in reverse order.