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rolanddark61

Astra Error Lamps and System Failures

Hi, I've got a 2011 Vauxhall Astra diesel. Getting sporadic driving mode errors and the error lamps light up sometimes. Also, the audio and nav systems fail, and the control units shut down or become unresponsive. Diagnostic scans show stored errors. Anyone seen this before?

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idawolf5

Sounds familiar! I've got an Astra too, though a bit newer. Was yours doing weird stuff with the radio, like cutting out or not finding stations? Also, any issues with the dashboard lights flickering? Could be a dodgy connection somewhere, messing with the BUS system.

rolanddark61 (Author)

Yes, the radio does cut out, and the dashboard lights are acting up. You mentioned a 'dodgy connection' affecting the BUS system. Where is that connection located, and how would I check it? Could I fix it myself, or is it a job for a professional?

idawolf5

Right, sounds like the same thing I had. Honestly, tracing those BUS connections is a pain. I wouldn't advise poking around unless you really know your way around car electrics. I took mine to a workshop. They sorted it pretty quick.

rolanddark61 (Author)

Thanks for the advice. I'll book it in with a technician. I'll let you know what the problem was. It ended up costing 155€ because of a defective cable connection.

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