Hidden and not so hidden features of The Vauxhall Astra H/Mk5

Here is a short video about some of the features of the Astra H/MK5 that some people might not know

[@georgeghera]

Thank you for tips! Especially with the "follow me home" light ! The wipers didn't listen to me until now :)

[@Cavalier_Steve]

I quite like the Astra H but I really hate not having a temp gauge I know most are “weighted” but at least you know when the engine is up to temperature or near by.

[@TheOpenboater]

You can set the intermittent we interval without holding the switch down. Push down once. Then count the number of seconds interval you want (say 9 seconds) then push the switch up for intermittent wipe. However long you took between pushing down and pushing up, will be the interval you set. It saves you holding the wipers on when they have cleared the screen. Hope that makes sense.

[@22voeter40]

Thanks for your typically English humor, (the differents between the outside temp :) ) great!! Greetings from a Dutch Zafira owner.

[@vectorialpx]

With your wipers it’s even simpler, you can just wipe once (easy down), WAIT, turn on intermittent - The wait time will be the same between wipes

[@Solidcancer07]

Family just bought one used and had a long drive back home and that's when I noticed there's no temp gauge.. very strange choice. So thnx for your tip about that!

[@ScottSutho]

Thanks. Saved me fiddling around with OBD readers etc. A tip for those with an automatic transmission car (Astra AH CD in my case): the auto trans needs to be in 'D'. Does not show the error codes if set to 'P'.

[@keeleyannpearce3234]

This also works for a Zafira 2006 Auto box, turn the key once (not starting the engine), press the brake pedal, put it in "D", turn off the key, press both pedals and turn the key once again (not to run the engine), MAGIC, Thank you.

[@authenticearth]

great, worked for me

[@Species1571]

I had owned my car for quite a long time before I figured out the wiper timer, but you don't have to hold it down. Just tap down once, then wait for the required time and then tap up once. I hate that auto wiping feature when you spray the screenwash. Last winter I was on the motorway and wanted to spray to clear the salt and road spray from the windscreen. I didn't realise that I was out of screenwash and all that happened was it smeared it all over the windscreen which was even worse. The self-centring indicator stalk had me confused during my test drive, as trying to cancel in the conventional way you end up indicating in the opposite direction. I have since realised the best way to cancel is to tap once in the same direction you are indicating. Takes some getting used to but now it is second nature. Also, a partial tap in either direction gives three flashes in that direction, very handy for lane changes or exiting a roundabout.

[@Nick-66]

Hate the wipers on the astra5.

[@willbrown1910]

Super helpful this my man, had a 2007 Astra Estate for 3 years and had no idea of any eh this tackle. Superb, ta mate.

[@KimberlyProsser-sl2op]

I was really surprised with all of this!! I'm an Australian and I own a Holden AH Astra (2006), which is the same as this Opel H, and I had no idea about these hidden features!! Might try them out! Thanks mate from the Land Down Under!!!🇭🇲👍🏻😃

[@tonymcleod1347]

Very informative thanks for demonstration

[@dimchohvarchilkov683]

Brilliant demo of the hidden features! Many thanks.

[@colinbell-NI]

Thanks! My wife has this model and we find the manual totally useless.

[@jive091]

Why the hell they haven't got a proper temp gage instead of having togo through that shit i will never know , the bloody engine could overheat without knowing, stupid idea from vauxhall .

[@ynwa7]

Astra H owner here from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Thanks for the tips, cheers lad! :)

[@andypieters9652]

good video. I found out the custom window wiper speed thingy myself accidentally

[@JPatelLive]

How genius ideas/inventions are made..by accident!

[@philipbrailey]

Very interesting. Thanks for posting. I was just looking how to change the time for a friend, but I think I will be able to do it now after watching this.

[@helirious]

Regarding board computer features: in the past I drove diff model/similar functions; 1 of those screens will show gastank contents, in 3 figures: 1st= what sensor measures in tank, 2nd=computer averages out that much changing 1st figure, 3rd is what computer will show you in normal display, and is used in actionradius calculations.

[@strangeperson700]

This brand always had great features! :D

[@DestroyerofBubbles]

Like a missing temp gauge

[@nov3019892008]

@Anthony White nothing like the bmw size bills

[@zackaboy1236]

Yep, I’ve owned Vauxhall’s my entire life

[@onderduimpje]

Might be a bit late for the wiper thing, it also remembers the time when you push it down (for once) and then once you see the windscreen is filled with drops, you push it up once(for the timed function). It will also remember the time between both clicks

[@jesspink3290]

My favourite feature is the windows. If the windows are down after i get out, hold down the lock key and the windows go down. Same vice-versa. If i have the dog i can unlock the car, hold the unlock button down on the key- windows go down- i can stop it half way- then re-lock the car with the key from a distance if needed. Ie if i take longer than planned at the petrol station or shop

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

If its a hot day hold down the open button and all windows open so the car is not an oven when you get in.

[@beingiwe7256]

When wipers up. This is good for when you put silver on screen to stop frost, hold silver down much better. Great vid

[@christineayres5339]

Only Vauxhall would sell a car with no temp gauge and with hidden features that are essential in emergencies ,lol I'm surprised you don't have to do an Easter egg hunt to find the hazard lights 😂

[@discoequipmenthire]

A lot of BMW Models don't have a coolant temp gauge either. Cost Cutting is king!.

[@alesekv]

And Ford :)

[@mulvahetpolemidasateed]

Some bmw models dont have it either

[@davidtaylor2131]

Christophe Ayres just a simple thankyou...

[@Cheepchipsable]

Some Nissans don't have a temp gauge either. Some BMWs don't have an oil dipstick, and some Mercs, if you take the cover of the brake fluid reservoir to check the level, it disables ABS and flashes some error on the dash. Does go away after driving for a bit, but still ridiculous.

[@schakazulu90]

So the Opel Astra H is a Vauxhall Astra H in GB, nice tweaks, thanks

[@zedalon]

Yes that's right and in Australia they are known as Holden

[@michaelpowell6724]

Great new feature. The one I like is having the lights on for one minute after leaving your car.

[@huzaifahmangera827]

Once you put it the first time , will it stay on everytime you lock the car , or will i have to flash the brights every time i want it to stay on

[@nubie1100]

So nice to see vids like this for us people that can't afford a new car:-)

[@711gsxrblah]

I can afford a couple of new cars lol, But still love my 220 bhp astra 19 cdti

[@Spunksock]

Why would you want a new car the astra H is a top motor mate.

[@goitre002]

Had mine a few years and just found out the key remote closes and opens the electric windows. Useful when you've locked the car and forget to close a window.

[@nikdiklic]

How to close the windows with the key remote?

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

Same here. Good feature.

[@owlymcowlface7893]

@@nikdiklic I know this is an old comment but in case anyone else is wondering this- you keep holding down the lock button on key and it will shut all opened windows.

[@paulrowledge6683]

Also a lesser known thing is that on the 3 door models if press and hold the unlock button on the keys you can open your windows and close them buy pressing and holding the lock button.

[@zedalon]

That's called comfort windows, all models have the function you just need to activate it with op-com

[@deanfuller3796]

Mine dont... not that I have found anyway

[@zedalon]

You have to turn them on with op-com

[@leekane2030]

What's Op-com

[@zedalon]

If you check my other videos there one that explains what op-com is also there is one explaining how to active the comfort windows function.

[@TheFunkhouser]

Cool mate thanks, from New Zealand

[@stevemcilroy9518]

If you get in the car and need to zero the service interval, press and hold the trip meter button ( keep it pressed), then turn the ignition on, whilst still having the trip meter button depressed( don't release yet), and the service will zero itself, back to start,( now take your finger off the trip meter button) hey presto, no need to take vehicle into dealer to reset. Only do this if your like me and service your own vehicle regular.

[@zedalon]

Cool only issue I found with doing that is it resets the tripmeter

[@goitre002]

Every Astra has cruise control and the onboard computer built in on build. Change the indicator stalk to the cruise control stalk . Tech 2 needed to switch it on.

[@zedalon]

My Astra also needed the clutch switch and wiring to be installed for cruiser control

[@liamuk6417]

Wicked video mate thank you

[@tapandiwan]

Thanks for the video, i got this model few weeks back. I am having a tough time understanding the features. Would you know, how do i connect my phone to the stereo if not for music but at least to take calls?

[@zedalon]

To do that you have to have at least gid screen and the uhp4 Bluetooth module. I have done couple of videos about retrofitting them if you don't have them installed.

[@kurtkobain6143]

@@zedalon I personally got a Bluetooth FM transmitter that plugs into your 12v ciggeret socket from Amazon for £17 worth it's weight in gold... Cheap and cheerful you can talk on your phone through the speakers and also listen to music through your phone...

[@tridaks]

You can use a 3.5mm jack plug from your phone to the socket next to the handbrake, and switch the radio to AUX, if you have this fitted. That way you can use the phone mic to speak, and the car's speakers/radio to listen.

[@martinpretorius4875]

I have a 2005 Astra sport z16xep and the BC button works, it does not have the 2 buttons on the infotainment screen. Obviously an upgrade.

[@john-lu2im]

Thanks a lot bro. I really appreciate the information. I have a Opel Astra GTC Sport, and don't know where was the temperature engine,.. Thanks 👌

[@Trucker_John_Boy]

cool vid thanks. Any idea how to get AUX working on that stereo?? I have the same one and an AUX port by the hand brake but no idea how to get it to work. I have gone into the stereo setting and made sure it is turned on in it. Thanks.

[@zedalon]

Do you have the cd30 or cd30 MP3?

[@Trucker_John_Boy]

Mine is the cd30

[@zedalon]

I didn't think the cd30 had aux but if you have the socket, then Have you try pressing the cd button?

[@Trucker_John_Boy]

Yeh it just sais no disk i think

[@zedalon]

I wondering if some swapped out the original headunit from your car and didn't get the right one to put back in.

[@davidriley9194]

11:51 always my favourite feature!!!!

[@AriGoldMGA2]

Awesome stuff! 👍

[@SoddingaboutSi]

Great tips. Like the wiper one!

[@zedalon]

Piper?

[@SoddingaboutSi]

@@zedalon wiper!

[@zedalon]

Ah yes I see now lol 🤣 I'm more tired than I thought.im glad you liked the video

[@alexmikic5245]

How about BC, with that display. Did you activate it. I read about it, that is not possible with this kind of display with 2 line text on it. Has to be 3...

[@zedalon]

No it didnt have the option to active the BC,as you say it has to be a TID screen or higher

[@kkcorleone7308]

Always top your water up fella ;)

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

I don’t have any of these on my MK5 Astra. Only thing that does work is the pedal check for codes

[@beingiwe7256]

I love how the glove box cooks chicken 😁🤣

[@zedalon]

Well if you're air-con works, the little hole on the right hand side of the glove box is actually a a connection to the heater/cooler system. Meant to have a Little closable valve on but if you can't find one if you just put your finger through it and you'll find a little rubber bung you can pull out and it will put cold air into the grovebox. I was planning to fit the valve but they are hard to find then hen's teeth lol

[@masonarchbold9838]

How do you check how many miles I have got in My astra thanks

[@UKM1976]

Thanks bud for info..cheers fella

[@carldavies1664]

Car won't open or shut with pressing key fob, manual to lock.. What's the reason for that problem and solve it,. New battery in key fob. 🤔

[@zedalon]

Does they key start the car ok?

[@tricky778]

my V30 line is measuring an entire volt lower than reality, I think yours is reading 0.4 - 0.5 volts lower than reality. I don't know if that's right or wrong but maybe you can trust your £1 thing more than the car just because of the variability of this model. Since they make *lots* of cars (a lot more than they make trinkets like that voltmeter), you can expect them to shave every possible expense from the car - whereas the trinket, on amazon, will go back at great expense to the seller if it's no good at its one and only function.

[@andypieters9652]

I would press the like button but it's at 666 right now and I don't want to mess that up

[@colinalthorpe9904]

My 2008 astra h 1.6 will not do the parking light setting. Should it, is it because it has the 3 flash indicator on the stalk facility?

[@zedalon]

By parking light I take it you mean the sidelights on one side stay on?

[@frankromeo3884]

I just tap up once and use rain sensing wiper mode

[@DOM32979]

Hello my friend hope you can answer my question. I have an astra 2008 and an aftermarket stereo zenec but can't get my temp displayed. How do I do it? Thanks

[@zedalon]

Hi, I have made quick video to explain how to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIHQk5xso6aHfNE

[@unknown-fu5bi]

What should my engine temp be? For example if I check the temp, at what temperature will I know if my engine is over heating? Thanks

[@zedalon]

Mine floats around low to mid 90's but I've heard some engines run hotter

[@giannhssia5414]

Dont be so scary about overheat...when the engine hit the overheat temp u will immidiately see this on dashboard as on any other car..it will inform you...on the other hand when u see the temp on hidden menu u might see it hit 102 to 103 deg on heavy load...totally normal on my astra gtc 2007...more than that is a problem but remember it will inform you...on no load or low rps cruise you will see it 97-98...as said newer models runs hotter water can reach 110 befofe start boiling bc is compressed

[@frantiseklizal9512]

Can I see the engine temperature on the display all the time? It is not convenient to load this info gain and again...

[@zedalon]

sadly not with the stock system, I know some people used obd reads connected to there phones to have a real time temp reading

[@PalladiumTV]

I still have the OBD you gave me. Do you want it back?

[@zedalon]

No i have one already i just need to get an OP-Com version

[@SAM-zt2uy]

Got given one of these and the lack of temp gauge is infuriating had a low coolant flash on the dash pulled straight over to find no coolant in it at all

[@clarecody2065]

Does anyone know how I can see how to display the amount of kilometres I have in my tank? It use to be displayed but my niece pressed a bunch of buttons and it’s gone now and I can’t seem to get it displayed again 🤕

[@zedalon]

Should be the left hand steering control

[@didgerydoo]

Is it possible to have the "follow-me-home" feature on all the time, or do you have to flash your lights every time you wan't this option to work?

[@zedalon]

As far as I know I have to flash everytime

[@didgerydoo]

@@zedalon, thanks a lot for your quick reply mate!

[@DragonSpawn4Twenty]

BC on my 09 astra sri changes through mpg, trip, stop clock etc

[@jensharald9091]

Thanks!

[@chosenn657]

don’t get why vauxhall don’t tell us this ...

[@dronegirl2024]

most of these are in the owners manual

[@daveanderson8011]

@@dronegirl2024 who ever reads the Manual!

[@cherylpinnock8542]

That is very very true they don't Just found out about my electric windows in my Vauxhall meriva

[@carot2003]

Cheers, cool..

[@userap]

I have an 2008 astra, and it has after market screen, how could i see temperature;;;

[@JohnCurtisPiano]

how the frick do you adjust the headlights? Like aim them, I have found the screw for the "up" and "down" adjustment but I can't find the "left" & "right" adjustment

[@gmon78]

HI. I have an '09 (actually registered in '10 but it is an '09 model) Astra SRI and i have been a little worried lately that it may be overheating. Might just be paranoia as my last car was overheating, but it is stressing me out that there is no dial on the dash. Your buttons are different to mine (i have no buttons under the screen like you do) so i was wondering if you knew how to get the temperature up on my car? Also, can this be done while the car is actually moving? Can it be put on the display and stay there so that i can monitor the temperature at a glance? I don't understand how you're supposed to know if this call is overheating while you're driving it. I presume that if you wait until a warning light comes on (if there even is one, can't see one illuminated on the dash when i turn the ignition to electrics on) it'll be too late at this point? Really starting to wish i hadn't bought this car. Only did because my old one was dying and i needed something ASAP. I really don't like it. It is the most uncomfortable car i have ever driven. The seat is horrible! Radio sucks too. I have an ipod connected but the sound quality is atrocious. Appreciate any help that you can give me mate.

[@zedalon]

Which stereo do you have?

[@gmon78]

@@zedalon Hi. Thanks for replying. I'm honestly not sure. I believe it is the stock radio that came with the car.

[@zedalon]

@@gmon78 it should say the model number in the top right corner of radio

[@gmon78]

@@zedalon Hi. I had a look there. It just says 'CD 30 MP3'. Is that what you meant?

[@zedalon]

Press and hold the settings button as before, then press BC to change the menu screens

[@camogie14]

Wats , O F F Then Milage On main dash mean ? Thanks

[@deborahhenderson5090]

Sounds like Swiss tony off the fast show

[@diesalweasel]

Another trick is .hold down brake pedal and accelerator why the engine is running and it will give you a screen shot . Lol joke. Good video you have there

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

If A car was like MS Windows you would have to turn the start key to shutdown the engine.

[@thefreedomguyuk]

Do you know it even can give you the engine fault codes, without an OBD reader ?

[@Cheepchipsable]

That was the very first thing he showed - maybe watch before commenting?

[@kevinholgate8133]

tip not very useful as all i wanted was how to reset the clock ?;;;;;

[@jsaunders8965]

Just turn on the radio/cd player and tune to any FM station, I use radio 2, after approx 2 mins or so the clock will reset to the correct time automatically.

[@tristan1234567890]

Pardon, but with did your faultcodes mean and what was the repair

[@zedalon]

They were because my fob didn't always read correctly but now have new one so not an issue

[@zedalon]

@@tristan1234567890 yeah that's right,have you got this code then? Have you ever put the key in and nothing happens?

[@zedalon]

@@tristan1234567890 I changed the batteries which sorted it but I did get new key fob a while after and not had code or problem again

[@zedalon]

@@tristan1234567890 your welcome mate 😁

[@PalladiumTV]

Nice

[@jasoncasburn3970]

Bc is the trip computer given u miles left over, stopwatch mpg ect

[@NMexpress]

Some of those features work on corsa d too

[@zedalon]

As far as I'm aware the Corsa C,Astra H and Zafira B all use the networks so it should work on any of them

[@jesspink3290]

The wipers are an unknown feature to me.

[@sotoskonstantoniss4644]

Lcd is actually the air intake temperature

[@darrenmicklewright2008]

So why is it called lcd? Is it at the maf sensor or at the throttle body after the intercooler?

[@phillwildman]

Very good

[@ctvx]

Do these work with opel?

[@zedalon]

yes they should do depending on the spec level

[@ctvx]

a little late, but thanks. i will try this with the astra h 2004​@@zedalon

[@historickeeper]

Cool not sure how ended here but hey My Vauxhall has hidden feature too V8 6Ltr :)

[@boostedzafira_uk3272]

Is there an option to see Mileage left in the tank or do you just have to go via the needle

[@zedalon]

If you have a bid screen or better it will have the range display but the tid does not.

[@dannywales7971]

@@zedalon hey.. How do you know which screen is which.. I'm getting a 2006 elite

[@zedalon]

Does yours have 2 buttons along the bottom?

[@dannywales7971]

@@zedalon hey. Thanks for the quick reply. Two buttons along where exactly mate? The guy who listed mine said it had an aux cable installed but I can't see it anywhere.

[@zedalon]

The buttons are along the bottom of the screen if there no buttons the it will be either a BID,GID or if your very lucky CID screen all of which will give you range.As for the aux if it factory fitted it will be beside the handbrake if not try the grove box

[@paulbennett8585]

How many miles do you get out of a full tank in these? Average?

[@zedalon]

I have 1.4 twinport and get 350-400 from a tank but I do alot of lower gear driving so maybe higher if I did alot of motorway driving

[@paulbennett8585]

Thank you sir 👍

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

@@zedalon I get about that for 2005 1.8 Petrol hatchback, more if I do a lot of motorway driving.

[@alancowgill8937]

BC function only works in design elite etc with upgraded screen, scrolls the extra screen contents.

[@JPatelLive]

What a nail biter of a video! - Great personality, mate-Do more commentary and wear wear anti bite polish! ☺

[@4bullen]

Can you still activate the temperature gauge when you have an after market stereo?

[@zedalon]

Not as far as I know

[@mustangmagster]

Can you tell me how to change the display language to english??

[@zedalon]

I think you will need an op-com or tech2 to do it,next time I need to used my op-com I will have a look and see if it's possible.

[@mustangmagster]

@@zedalon thanks for the reply.. I just fixed it and changed date and time by myself woo hoo!!

[@mustangmagster]

I'm not sure how to turn off winter driving mode tho, so I'll have to figure that out its the middle of summer here hahaha

[@zedalon]

Well done 👍 I was quite tired when replied and forgot about the settings menu 🤣 and what do you mean by winter driving mode?

[@mustangmagster]

@@zedalon there's a snowflake button above the P on the shifter. It's on (lit up) .. Says it's the winter driving mode for automatic transmission.

[@adricmohamed4797]

Hello what about rear door won't open for vauxhall zafera

[@zedalon]

Can you open it manually,as in by the handles or is it deadlocked?

[@adricmohamed4797]

Zedalonus World dead locked

[@zedalon]

Sounds like wiring to door have broken

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

This can happen for two reasons 1) low battery 2) Worn lock catches. The catches are adjustable and away you go!

[@nnel2520]

If you press the lock button, open unlock it then press it and hold it down for afew seconds it opens the windows, if you lock it then press and hold down the lock button it closes them... your welcome

[@karlbrettoner1171]

How do you find the range for fuel

[@zedalon]

The fuel range is only available on the BID,GID,Displays. Swapping out the TID isn't to difficult just remember you need a divorced/unit unless you can both screen and stereo from the doner car.

[@karlbrettoner1171]

@@zedalon So on my 06 astra sxi 1.7 it's not on? Thanks

[@mikewarrington6230]

Brilliant video....

[@markuswilliams3190]

Ive just bought a 64 plate astra estate 20 cdtdi and cant find fucking bluetooth anywhere

[@airsoft_nathan]

Hi can you play Spotify in the car or not

[@MrSudanPresident]

Yes but you need a bluetooth car adaptor... about £17 on amazon

[@zedalon]

I've been playing with the idea of getting a Bluetooth speaker and ripping the circuit board out and wiring it in to the aux wire,I'm not sure if it will work but you never know unless you try 😁

[@mitchsimms5887]

Anyone no how to get how many miles are left up on the screen in the dash

[@zedalon]

It depends which screen you have?

[@MohamedHassan-jz9ge]

Switch to range

[@beverleyskye7568]

Thank you I am a new owner

[@andypieters9652]

by the way, driving with an empty water bottle is illegal in Britain

[@zedalon]

That would be why once I finished the video I refilled it.

[@andypieters9652]

@@zedalon good action

[@casemodder89]

Why tho ? Usually theres enough water in the air. 😅

[@xTerminatorAndy]

@@casemodder89 why is anything illegal? because at one point or other some knob in an office decided it must be...

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

Only the driver would know he has no screen wash.

[@Nick-66]

The astra 5 has the worst and most awkward dashbard features. 🙁

[@Jatt-Lad]

Think video wud have been shorter if the guy wasn't talking like he's telling an old folks tale on a 60's radio channel.. However useful tips just struggled to stay awake when wochin 😩😩

[@goldentrowel1968]

So why didn’t you explain how to clear the codes ?

[@zedalon]

Because at the time I made the video I didn't have the equipment to clear the codes,in a later video I do show how to clear codes using op-com

[@HydeRvt]

Damn the screen on the uk variant is ugly lol

[@skinnydel]

What are thooseeeeee!! 😂

[@zedalon]

? Lol

[@biraucatalin4126]

@@zedalon It's just a joke that goes around the internet. I think @adam delaney is reffering to the hidden functions. really informative video, thank you for sharing!

[@_Danou]

He’s referring to the guys shoes !

[@Dan_druft]

Good interesting video but maybe you can do a bit of editing next time

[@robertlaubert5496]

Non tutti parlano l'inglese!

[@Cheepchipsable]

0.1 of a volt is well within error margin. Stop complaining. Car would use external temperature as a factor in determining the fuel air ratio. Temp in the engine air box would be different. "I'm gonna have to squeeze the water on to the screen..." Please stop with the techno babble!

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

I have a few of those el cheapo voltmeters. They are only accurate to about plus or minus 0.3V. Get a decent voltmeter and remember the reading it gives for critical voltages. For example, I must not let my battery go below 12.3V or the guarantee is invalid. I remember my little voltmeter will actually read 12.5V when the true voltage is 12.3V.