Daily car care Opel Astra G (petrol)

Troubleshooting a car on the road
Below are instructions for troubleshooting the most common faults and breakdowns that occur on the road. The relevant chapters provide information on repairs...

Starting the engine from an auxiliary battery
When starting the engine using a booster battery, observe the following precautions. 1. Before connecting the booster battery, make sure the ignition is off....

Changing a wheel on a car
1. On the Astra model, the jack is located in a niche inside the luggage compartment, under the spare wheel. Unscrew the nut and remove the holder, take out...

Determining the cause of leaks
Puddles where the car is parked, traces of liquid under the hood or on parts in the lower part of the car indicate leaks and the need to find the cause....

Weekly checks in the engine compartment
Engine 1.6 l (single shaft) A - engine oil level indicator dipstick B - oil filler neck C - coolant expansion tank D - brake fluid reservoir E - windshield...

Checking the engine oil level
Before starting the engine. Place the vehicle on a level surface. The level is checked before the trip or at least 5 minutes after the trip. 1. Remove the...

Checking the coolant level
On cars with a closed cooling system, periodic topping up of the liquid is not required. A rapid drop in the coolant level and frequent topping up indicate a...

Checking and restoring the brake fluid level
1. The level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the tank. The level should not fall below the MIN mark. Attention! On the Zafira model, to check the...

Checking the condition of the tires and tire pressure
Check your tire pressure regularly and keep it at the correct pressure (see photo). The pressure is checked on cold tires, after a certain time after the trip....

Types and causes of tire tread wear
1. Lateral tread wear Reasons: Insufficient tire pressure Front wheel alignment failure Taking corners at high speed Check tire pressure and restore to normal,...

Checking the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir
A special frost-resistant liquid is poured into the tank; it is not recommended to add water. It is prohibited to use antifreeze for washing the glass. 1. The...

Checking the fluid level in the power steering reservoir
1. The tank is mounted on the right side of the engine compartment, between the engine and the bulkhead. 2. The dipstick is built into the tank cap (tRW...

Windscreen wiper blades
1. Check the condition of the brushes. Replace worn brushes. Brushes are also changed if they are not cleaning the glass effectively enough. It is recommended...

Battery care
Check the condition of the tray and battery mount periodically. If traces of corrosion are found, clean the affected area and wipe with a soda solution, then...

Checking lamps and fuses
1. If one of the headlights, a parking light, or a brake light does not light, the most likely cause is a burnt-out bulb. The procedure for replacing bulbs is...

Recommended lubricants and fluids
Engine oil All-season motor oil, viscosity according to SAE 5W/40,10W/40 or 15W/40, ACEAA2-96-AZ-96 Coolant Antifreeze OPELGM L1301 Manual transmission Hypoid...

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