Vauxhall Astra · 2016
2016 Vauxhall Astra Parking Sensor Fuse
Parking sensors silent or showing a fault? Check the fuse Vauxhall labels for parking assist.
- UK specification
- Verified data
- Checked 15 October 2026
- Sources
Partly covered: Vauxhall published August 2015, January 2016 and February 2016 Astra handbooks that could apply to a 2016 car, and their fuse charts differ. Vauxhall doesn’t say which cars each edition applies to, so we can’t tell which one matches a particular 2016 Astra. Every official chart is shown below — check the edition printed near the end of your handbook, or compare with the fuse box legend in your car, before removing anything.
Where is the fuse box?
Option A Handbook edition August 2015 or Handbook edition January 2016
Load compartment fuse box
The fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover.
- 3-door hatchback, 5-door
- hatchback: Remove the cover.
- Sports tourer: Fold down the blind and remove.
- Sports tourer: Remove the cover.
- Sports tourer: When assembling press the blind into the rubber grommets to reach full retention force.
Option B Handbook edition February 2016
Instrument panel fuse box
Instrument panel (Vauxhall: “The fuse box is located behind a cover.”).
- Pull the cover and remove.
- Vehicles with power connector: If the fuse cover has a power connector, it must be removed by using an adapter and a screwdriver.
- The adapter is stowed in the glovebox.
- The screwdriver is stowed in the load compartment.
- Attach the adapter to the power connector.
- Push the screwdriver through the recess in the adapter.
- Remove the cover by pulling the screwdriver.
- After having changed defective fuses, close the fuse box cover and press until it engages.
- Vehicles with power connector:
- 1. Apply the cover on the right side.
- 2. Fold the left side of the cover forwards.
- Take care that the securing clamp is guided as shown in the illustration.
Fuse box diagram
Full 2016 Vauxhall Astra fuse chartOption A Handbook edition August 2015 or Handbook edition January 2016
Where to look
- 3
The fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover.
Fuse · Parking assist
Highlighted on the load compartment map.
The map shows where each fuse sits. Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.
Option B Handbook edition February 2016
Where to look
- 34
Instrument panel (Vauxhall: “The fuse box is located behind a cover.”).
Fuse · Parking assist/Side blind spot alert/Infotainment system/USB socket
Highlighted on the instrument panel map.
The map shows where each fuse sits. Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.
How to replace the fuse safely
- Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Take the key out, or move a keyless fob away from the car.
- Open the fuse box and find the fuse using the number on the cover legend or the chart on this page.
- Pull the fuse straight out with the plastic fuse puller (usually clipped inside the fuse box) or fine-nose pliers.
- Look at the metal strip inside the fuse. A broken or burnt strip means it has blown.
- Fit a new fuse with exactly the same amperage rating. The number on top and the colour should match.
- Refit the cover, switch on and test the component.
- Never fit a fuse with a higher amperage rating than specified. It can let wiring overheat.
- Never bridge a fuse with wire, foil or anything else.
Fuse keeps blowing?
A fuse that blows again straight away is doing its job. Something on that circuit is drawing too much current. Common causes are damaged wiring shorting to the bodywork, a failing motor or socket, water getting in, or a faulty accessory. Fitting fuse after fuse, or a bigger fuse, won’t fix the fault and can overheat the wiring. Have the circuit tested by an auto electrician.
Not the fuse? Check these next.
Shared fuse
Vauxhall often lists parking assist on a fuse shared with other items (for example side blind spot alert or the Infotainment system). If those work, the fuse is probably fine.
Dirty or damaged sensors
Mud, ice or a knocked sensor can stop the system working. Clean the sensors and check for damage.
System switched off
Parking assist can usually be switched off. Check the button or the vehicle settings menu.
Sources & verification
Handbook edition August 2015
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · August 2015 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition August 2015 (KTA-2685/14-VX-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 252–259) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Handbook edition January 2016
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · January 2016 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition January 2016 (KTA-2685/15-VX-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 255–262) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Handbook edition February 2016
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · February 2016 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition February 2016 (KTA-2775/2-VX-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 230–236) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.