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Nov 17, 2011 - The instrument panel has a control unit called the 'IPC' and they. The IPC is an internal part of the instrument panel and is detected on a.
PLEASE spend an extra few seconds finding the correct section to start your new thread in. Any new car related posts found in General Chat may be either deleted or moved to off topic by members of Admin & Mod teams.Please note that the how2 section can only be accessed when you become a Regular member by participating in the forum for a while. If you need immediate access there is the option to become a 'Full Member' by purchasing a subscription. I realise that this inst a vectra-c issue, but some members on here may well of owned one of these and may have come across this problem, so as well as posting on an astra site, I thought I would post here and ask for some friendly advice from the friendly Vec-C crew.My mate has a 53 plate Astra 3 door 2.0DTi SRi and has found a buyer for it.The only thing wrong with it is the lights for the instruments and dash arent working.
They started to flicker a while back and then started to go off, but with a firm wallop to the dash came back on. Now they dont work at all.We are going to attempt to fix this, thinking a loose connection somewhere is to blame.Has anyone had the same/similar problem and if so where was the fault? I reckon its either behind the instruments or at the light switch, but could it be anywhere else?Cheers. Hi mate I take it you mean the dash illuminations lights- if so I know it's not the same but had a vectra b 150 sri & the bulb on the right hand side done the same flickered on & off for a little while then went out all together. I took the dash out & replaced the bulbs with blue led one's they worked fine for a while & i changed my m8's dash etc with blue bulbs too. These failed in the dash after a couple of months in mine & my m8's. I put the white bulb's in & my m8 who bought my vec b of me has had no probs since.
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I would take the dash clock out & replace the bulb m8 its an easy enough job to do.
This section lists the dashboard warning lights for the Vauxhall Astra. Each picture or symbol is accompanied by their meanings. Various models Astra cover the warning lights listed, although symbols may vary slightly depending on the country and year of manufacture.Information or warning lights generally signify their level of urgency by use of colour. Dashboard lights that are used for informational purposes are often blue or green in colour, such as informing you that the external lights are on for example.Other symbols inform you that something needs to be done or checked soon such as an engine service for example. These lights are often yellow or orange in colour.Lights that inform of an issue more urgent are typically red and may possibly flash if the issue requires immediate attention. It’s important to understand your cars warning lights not only for safety reasons, but to avoid damage to the car itself.
Along with a dashboard warning light, you may receive an error or fault code on the dashboard. You can find out what they are by checking the full list of. Airbag deactivated yellow warning dashboard light Astra airbag and SEATBELT tensioners lightIlluminates red – when the car ignition is turned on, the light should illuminate for around 4 seconds. If the light fails to extinguish after 4 seconds, or comes on whilst driving, there is a fault in the airbag system. In this situation, the airbag and belt tensioners may fail to operate in the event of an accident. Have the system checked immediately.Illuminates yellow – light comes on for around 60 seconds after ignition is turned on. This light signifies the airbags have been deactivated. For further information about airbags and possible faults, see.
Vauxhall Astra Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) warning light Astra antilock brake system (ABS)The Vauxhall Astra ABS warning light will illuminate yellow for a few seconds after the ignition has been started to self-check. The system will be operational when the light extinguishes. If the ABS light does not extinguish after starting the car or comes on whilst driving, this signifies a fault with the ABS system. Brakes will still operate although stability may be compromised on certain road surfaces. See the guide for understanding what ABS is and how it works. Vauxhall Astra engine coolant temperature warning dashboard light Coolant temperatureThe engine coolant temperature illuminates in red.
If the symbol illuminates whilst the engine is running, it signifies the coolant temperature is too high. High engine temperatures can result in damage to engine components. Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
Wait for the engine to cool down and check coolant levels. See for further details. Opening the coolant reservoir tank whilst the coolant is very hot may result in release of hot gasses or coolant. Vauxhall Astra diesel particle filter dashboard light Astra preheating and diesel particle filter lightThe Astra diesel engine preheat light (looks like a spring) will illuminate yellow. System only activates when outside temperatures are low.The diesel particle filter (looks like smoke) light illuminates or flashes yellow. If light illuminates, filter requires cleaning. Continue driving until light extinguishes. Try to avoid dropping engine speed to below 2000rpm.
If light flashes, the filter is to full capacity and cleaning should initiate immediately to avoid damage to the engine. Vauxhall Astra battery charging system dashboard warning light Battery charging systemThe Vauxhall Astra illuminates a red light when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. If the light illuminates whilst the engine is running, stop the car and switch the engine off as the car battery is not charging. As a result, the engines cooling may not be effective, plus the brake servo unit may also cease to be effective. The assistance of a vehicle workshop is required. For further details regarding your vehicles battery, See for help. Traction control off warning light Astra Electronic Stability ControlThe Electronic Stability Control or Traction Control System may flash or illuminate yellow. If the warning light illuminates, there is a fault in the system and the system is deactivated.
Driving the vehicle is still possible although stability may deteriorate depending on the current road surface. Speak to an authorised vehicle repair shop. If the light flashes, this means the system is activating. To maintain stability, engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be slowed slightly. Vauxhall Astra malfunction indicator dashboard warning light Malfunction warning lightThe malfunction indicator light illuminates or flashes yellow. The light will initially illuminate when the ignition is switched on and after a few seconds extinguish when the engine starts. If the light illuminates when the engine is running, this signifies a fault with the emission control system.
The legal emission limit may be exceeded. Seek assistance from a qualified workshop. If the light flashes whilst the engine is running, ease off the power and seek assistance from a qualified workshop as this can lead to damage to the. Vauxhall Astra tyre pressure monitoring system warning light Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lightLight will either illuminate or flash yellow. If the tyre pressure warning light illuminates constantly, tyre pressure loss is occurring.
Stop the car immediately and check tyres. If the light flashes, there is either a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system, or a tyre without a sensor is fitted, such as the spare tyre. See for information on having too high and too low pressure in tyres. Vauxhall Astra low engine oil pressure warning light Engine oil pressureThe Astra will illuminate red when the ignition is activated and extinguish a few seconds after the engine has started. If the oil pressure light illuminates red when the engine is running, lubrication to engine components may be disrupted and engine damage may occur. Turn off ignition immediately. Check oil levels.
Oil level should be topped up if necessary. See for further information. If oil level are sufficient, seek the assistance of a workshop. Electric parking brake fault dashboard warning light Electric parking brake warning light1. The electric parking brake light illuminates or flashes red.
If the light constantly illuminates, it signifies the electric parking brake has been applied. If the light flashes, it signifies the electric parking brake is either not fully applied or released. Attempt to reset the system by switching on the ignition, apply the brake pedal and then apply and release the electric parking brake. If the P in a circle continues to flash, do not drive the vehicle and seek assistance from a workshop.2.
Electric with spanner – Electric parking brake has a fault. If light illuminates yellow, the system is operating with degraded performance. If flashing, system is operating in service mode. Stop the vehicle, apply and release electric parking brake to reset. Vauxhall Astra (P with a triangle) ultrasonic parking assist dashboard light Ultrasonic parking assistThe Astra ultrasonic parking assist dashboard light illuminates yellow to signify either a fault with the system, or the system is unable to operate due to dirty sensors, or sensors covered. Sensors could be covered with snow or ice for example. The warning light may also illuminate yellow due to external ultrasonic interference rendering the system unable to operate effectively. Once the external source of interference has been removed, the system will begin to operate as normal.
Vauxhall Astra Interactive Driving System (IDS) warning light Interactive Driving System (IDS) lightThe IDS light illuminates yellow for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on. If the IDS light illuminates whilst driving, it signifies a fault in the system.What is Interactive Driving System (IDS) and Continuous Damping Control (CDC)?
The Vauxhall Astra Interactive Driving System (IDS) is activated with the sports mode, which also in turn activates Continuous Damping Control. This system controls the car suspension on an individual wheel basis, controlling each suspension damper in air suspension systems. The pitch, roll and yaw of the car is controlled, sustaining a level vehicle which offers better handling and control. Vauxhall Astra car with spanner warning light Astra car with spanner warning lightThis Vauxhall Astra car with spanner warning light illuminates when the ignition is turned on and should extinguish a few seconds later. If the symbol illuminates yellow whilst the engine is running however, it signifies a fault in the engine electronics or the transmission electronics.
System will override into emergency mode where fuel consumption may increase and stability of the vehicle may be reduced, Consult a workshop. If it illuminates along with InSP4 in service display, it signifies the diesel fuel filter needs draining of water. If the symbol flashes, there is a fault in the electronic immobiliser system and the vehicle will not start.