https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:59:53 +0000 MyBB https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10038 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:54:44 +0000 Mr_Blogberry]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10038
I have a 2012 GTC  that I bought a few months back and had a new head unit professionally fitted. The car doesn't get used much and the (very old) battery went flat. It was jump started a few times with a power pack and there was nothing wromg with the stereo.

Then I fitted a new battery. The stereo was working right up to the battery change. Now it is as dead as a dodo as is the top display and the indicators no longer make a noise.

I have seen that others have had this same problem, but I am yet to see that anyone has fixed it.

Up to this point, I have disconnected the battery for 60 minutes and reconnected it. Tested all fuses in all 3 fuse boxes and scratched my head a lot.

It must be some sort of fuse or problem between the fuse box and the head unit/display.

Does anyone have any advice or suggestions please?]]>
I have a 2012 GTC  that I bought a few months back and had a new head unit professionally fitted. The car doesn't get used much and the (very old) battery went flat. It was jump started a few times with a power pack and there was nothing wromg with the stereo.

Then I fitted a new battery. The stereo was working right up to the battery change. Now it is as dead as a dodo as is the top display and the indicators no longer make a noise.

I have seen that others have had this same problem, but I am yet to see that anyone has fixed it.

Up to this point, I have disconnected the battery for 60 minutes and reconnected it. Tested all fuses in all 3 fuse boxes and scratched my head a lot.

It must be some sort of fuse or problem between the fuse box and the head unit/display.

Does anyone have any advice or suggestions please?]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10020 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 20:25:08 +0100 caretaker]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10020 neeeee

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Hi Guys,
I need advice on the Driver Side door mirror, as it has come loose and it was hanging off, so i took the mirror out, but the other element is still connected to the body of the mirror.
Do i need to change the element or i can stick another mirror, as i was going to stick the mirror which came off, but i slightly sanded back mirror and i ruined it, as i was going to super glue it.

So do i buy a mirror with self adhesive label and stick it on to the existing element or do i buy the full element with mirror and replace.

Your help and advice will be appreciated.

My car is Vauxhall Astra j 1.7cdti- 5 door hatchback 2011.]]> neeeee

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Hi Guys,
I need advice on the Driver Side door mirror, as it has come loose and it was hanging off, so i took the mirror out, but the other element is still connected to the body of the mirror.
Do i need to change the element or i can stick another mirror, as i was going to stick the mirror which came off, but i slightly sanded back mirror and i ruined it, as i was going to super glue it.

So do i buy a mirror with self adhesive label and stick it on to the existing element or do i buy the full element with mirror and replace.

Your help and advice will be appreciated.

My car is Vauxhall Astra j 1.7cdti- 5 door hatchback 2011.]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10006 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:42:05 +0000 eatmybogbrush]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=10006 https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=9993 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:43:23 +0100 caretaker]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=9993 I have fuel gauge which is fluctuating and some time it tells you the tank is low in fuel and sometime it is showing fuel gauge it is on ¼ tank, so I get warning sign low in fuel sometimes.

Sometimes if the tank is less than half full or even ¼ full and if you have parked half on the footpath and half on the road, after a bit it may show the tank looks empty, as soon as you drive it might go back to ¼ tanks display.

If I have my half tank and over the gauge there is no issue, as soon it drops below half or near ¼ tank then it is showing low in fuel or sometime showing normal fuel level .

I was told by the mechanic I need to take the tank off and need to replace the FUEL SENDER UNIT Part number 13272601. I don’t know if my car has the Float, which may need replacing ?

He did not check the car, but he is saying this is common for these cars for this part to go maybe due to rust or keeping the tank low in fuel.

Some said you need to change the Fuel Pump as well I don’t know if this built into the tank or it is on the Engine side.

Your replies appreciated.]]> I have fuel gauge which is fluctuating and some time it tells you the tank is low in fuel and sometime it is showing fuel gauge it is on ¼ tank, so I get warning sign low in fuel sometimes.

Sometimes if the tank is less than half full or even ¼ full and if you have parked half on the footpath and half on the road, after a bit it may show the tank looks empty, as soon as you drive it might go back to ¼ tanks display.

If I have my half tank and over the gauge there is no issue, as soon it drops below half or near ¼ tank then it is showing low in fuel or sometime showing normal fuel level .

I was told by the mechanic I need to take the tank off and need to replace the FUEL SENDER UNIT Part number 13272601. I don’t know if my car has the Float, which may need replacing ?

He did not check the car, but he is saying this is common for these cars for this part to go maybe due to rust or keeping the tank low in fuel.

Some said you need to change the Fuel Pump as well I don’t know if this built into the tank or it is on the Engine side.

Your replies appreciated.]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=9905 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 10:29:15 +0000 Michael C]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=9905 https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5090 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 23:26:19 +0100 Jjmorris90]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5090
I have acquired an instruemnt cluster from an insignia. It isnt the one with the bigger lcd screen. It has the smaller screen with the dials.

Does anyone know if this can be fitted to my astra gtc 2014?

Thanks]]>
I have acquired an instruemnt cluster from an insignia. It isnt the one with the bigger lcd screen. It has the smaller screen with the dials.

Does anyone know if this can be fitted to my astra gtc 2014?

Thanks]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5086 Sat, 25 Feb 2023 07:54:29 +0000 pr0xibus]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5086
Purchased a 12 - Astra J - 2.0CDTi (Elite) a few months back.  Not really had much time for questions, Xmas, COVID, etc etc.

Anyway 

1.  I have the Service Vehicle Soon message, which I believe is a Non Emissions error.  I don't mind taking it to the local Garage, but was wondering if people can suggest a relatively cheap ODBC Reader (Ideally phone connection) so I can read these sort of messages?  Couldn't afford Tech2, and as much as I would like to avoid buying a laptop for Opcom.

2.  My Brakes are needing to be replaced, after some spirited driving along country roads, they struggled to stop the car, Is there a preferred Brake Disc / Pad combination, that is better than OEM?  Don't need bigger Discs etc, Just something that can handle me on windy roads.

3.  Car seem to be fairly rusty underneath, recently replaced the Washer Pump and at the same time noticed a large circle mount looking thing, that had snapped off.  I was trying to find pictures from underneath the car to point it out, but struggled to find anything.  (This question doesn't need to be answered as its pretty vague)  Position of this thing was Front Passenger, to the right hand side of the Washer pump Underneath, looks like it would have been connected to either the front bumper, radiator sort of area.

4.  The service History for the J does anyone happen to know if VX keep a record of these online, Needing a replacement Service Book and was kinda hoping they would (I'll find out later today anyway when I phone them, but just on the off chance someone knew).

5.  Audio related question.  I have the CD400, so phone can connect for Voice only, I noticed some Astras have a nice screen / Satnav, do All radios only have Voice for BT or can Music be played too.  Don't mind buying aftermarket, I did see a nice Tesla looking one, but ideally I would like it to be relatively standard looking.

6.  When I purchased the car there was mention of an options (Lighting Pack), could not for the life of me remember the name, but the pack above had black Front lights etc, can anyone tell me the name of the Lighting Packs that would have been options when purchasing new?]]>
Purchased a 12 - Astra J - 2.0CDTi (Elite) a few months back.  Not really had much time for questions, Xmas, COVID, etc etc.

Anyway 

1.  I have the Service Vehicle Soon message, which I believe is a Non Emissions error.  I don't mind taking it to the local Garage, but was wondering if people can suggest a relatively cheap ODBC Reader (Ideally phone connection) so I can read these sort of messages?  Couldn't afford Tech2, and as much as I would like to avoid buying a laptop for Opcom.

2.  My Brakes are needing to be replaced, after some spirited driving along country roads, they struggled to stop the car, Is there a preferred Brake Disc / Pad combination, that is better than OEM?  Don't need bigger Discs etc, Just something that can handle me on windy roads.

3.  Car seem to be fairly rusty underneath, recently replaced the Washer Pump and at the same time noticed a large circle mount looking thing, that had snapped off.  I was trying to find pictures from underneath the car to point it out, but struggled to find anything.  (This question doesn't need to be answered as its pretty vague)  Position of this thing was Front Passenger, to the right hand side of the Washer pump Underneath, looks like it would have been connected to either the front bumper, radiator sort of area.

4.  The service History for the J does anyone happen to know if VX keep a record of these online, Needing a replacement Service Book and was kinda hoping they would (I'll find out later today anyway when I phone them, but just on the off chance someone knew).

5.  Audio related question.  I have the CD400, so phone can connect for Voice only, I noticed some Astras have a nice screen / Satnav, do All radios only have Voice for BT or can Music be played too.  Don't mind buying aftermarket, I did see a nice Tesla looking one, but ideally I would like it to be relatively standard looking.

6.  When I purchased the car there was mention of an options (Lighting Pack), could not for the life of me remember the name, but the pack above had black Front lights etc, can anyone tell me the name of the Lighting Packs that would have been options when purchasing new?]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5071 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:25:41 +0000 caretaker]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5071 My Vauxhall Astra J 1.7cdti, Hatchback, 5 Door, 2011 61Reg.

My Diesel Fuel Gauge is was showing few days a Low in fuel and then after a bit showing half tank and then again low fuel.

However on the same day in the evening i just filled in £20 worth of fuel just to be on the safe side, but since then i have driven 1.5 miles, but not noticed the error of the low fuel.

What could it be is it the Pump, Float Valve or the Sender Unit ?

Do you have to take the seat out to access the pump or sender unit or the fuel tank underneath the car.

Thanks.

I had posted this on the wrong section , so i posting it again here.]]> My Vauxhall Astra J 1.7cdti, Hatchback, 5 Door, 2011 61Reg.

My Diesel Fuel Gauge is was showing few days a Low in fuel and then after a bit showing half tank and then again low fuel.

However on the same day in the evening i just filled in £20 worth of fuel just to be on the safe side, but since then i have driven 1.5 miles, but not noticed the error of the low fuel.

What could it be is it the Pump, Float Valve or the Sender Unit ?

Do you have to take the seat out to access the pump or sender unit or the fuel tank underneath the car.

Thanks.

I had posted this on the wrong section , so i posting it again here.]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5063 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:24:19 +0100 Euroshopper]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5063
I have a  Astra J (Opel) and I need various front suspension parts. Does some one know how I can get my hands on a OE catalog? The site I used before no longer exists :(. My Win number is: W0LPE6EA8AG08825

Kind Regards
Euro]]>
I have a  Astra J (Opel) and I need various front suspension parts. Does some one know how I can get my hands on a OE catalog? The site I used before no longer exists :(. My Win number is: W0LPE6EA8AG08825

Kind Regards
Euro]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5042 Wed, 18 May 2022 17:08:33 +0100 A20DTH]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5042
after many many request of people buying my AutoPowerFold module 
I decide to engineer a AutoDipDown module for Astra-J and K. 

Please find the announcement here:

https://www.vxoc.org.uk/forum/Forum-A20DTH-Jens

Best regards,
Jens]]>
after many many request of people buying my AutoPowerFold module 
I decide to engineer a AutoDipDown module for Astra-J and K. 

Please find the announcement here:

https://www.vxoc.org.uk/forum/Forum-A20DTH-Jens

Best regards,
Jens]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5035 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 07:59:14 +0100 shaky411]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5035
Hopefully someone here can help me? I have a 2015 Astra J 1.6CDTi. The engine management light came on a few weeks back after an hour or so driving and car went into low power mode. Managed to get the car home and after a night on the drive the power was back, engine light still on. Eventually the engine light went away but the same error came back a week or so later. Plugged in a cheap code reader and got P2598. Took the car to Vauxhall who said the turbo had failed and needed replacing.

Turbo replaced and the car was running great for a couple of weeks. Done a 4 hour drive and on way home, the old issues came back. Engine light and low power. Again, managed to nurse the car home with the power coming back intermittently. Code P2598 is back. Any ideas from someone here who has experienced similar?

Many Thanks

Marc]]>
Hopefully someone here can help me? I have a 2015 Astra J 1.6CDTi. The engine management light came on a few weeks back after an hour or so driving and car went into low power mode. Managed to get the car home and after a night on the drive the power was back, engine light still on. Eventually the engine light went away but the same error came back a week or so later. Plugged in a cheap code reader and got P2598. Took the car to Vauxhall who said the turbo had failed and needed replacing.

Turbo replaced and the car was running great for a couple of weeks. Done a 4 hour drive and on way home, the old issues came back. Engine light and low power. Again, managed to nurse the car home with the power coming back intermittently. Code P2598 is back. Any ideas from someone here who has experienced similar?

Many Thanks

Marc]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5017 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:35:46 +0100 dammfust]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5017
Save me fishing about fruitlessly, anyone know if there is a permanent live near the mirror or overhead light?

I want to wire my dash cam from it.

Thanks!]]>
Save me fishing about fruitlessly, anyone know if there is a permanent live near the mirror or overhead light?

I want to wire my dash cam from it.

Thanks!]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5014 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 20:48:20 +0100 Jpbroad1970]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5014
I'm posting this video incase anyone can help. I'm at my whitsend with this car 2011 cdti manual A20DTH. Argh well can't upload video, but when I start the car from cold any time of day or outside temperature it  hunts like a misfire, once it's warm it's as smooth as anything, there is also a faint whiff of diesel, like unburned, sweetish smell when it first starts.

Any ideas?

I have some ideas just want to know if the match any others.

I have cleaned throttle body, egr, new map sensor and a new intercooler pipe that was split.

No power loss no fault codes on opcom or MDI on gds2

Video link

https://youtu.be/ceOvM8dHZb8

Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk]]>
I'm posting this video incase anyone can help. I'm at my whitsend with this car 2011 cdti manual A20DTH. Argh well can't upload video, but when I start the car from cold any time of day or outside temperature it  hunts like a misfire, once it's warm it's as smooth as anything, there is also a faint whiff of diesel, like unburned, sweetish smell when it first starts.

Any ideas?

I have some ideas just want to know if the match any others.

I have cleaned throttle body, egr, new map sensor and a new intercooler pipe that was split.

No power loss no fault codes on opcom or MDI on gds2

Video link

https://youtu.be/ceOvM8dHZb8

Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5010 Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:45:57 +0100 carlosfootball]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5010
So why is it that the only induction kits I can find is a K&N Typhoon (£300!) and some Badass one (£200 but never heard of them so dubious)?

Is it due to needing to have somewhere to put the sensor?

What are your guys opinions on the Typhoon?

I have a 2012 Astra J 1.4T Sri VX line

Regards]]>
So why is it that the only induction kits I can find is a K&N Typhoon (£300!) and some Badass one (£200 but never heard of them so dubious)?

Is it due to needing to have somewhere to put the sensor?

What are your guys opinions on the Typhoon?

I have a 2012 Astra J 1.4T Sri VX line

Regards]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5009 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 15:15:44 +0100 martinpe68]]> https://vxoc.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=5009 COBRA lowering springs 30/30 mm for Astra Sri GTC 2012 2.0 CDTI
Which are front and which are rear?
The long springs have VA stamped on them and shorter springs have HA stamped on.

Which way up do they go? Is the writing always reading in the normal direction or it can soemtimes be upside down? ]]> COBRA lowering springs 30/30 mm for Astra Sri GTC 2012 2.0 CDTI
Which are front and which are rear?
The long springs have VA stamped on them and shorter springs have HA stamped on.

Which way up do they go? Is the writing always reading in the normal direction or it can soemtimes be upside down? ]]>