1.7 TD with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 67 HP at 4500 RPM, 132 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.8)
every 30000 km / 2 years
All other modifications
every 60000 km / 4 years
Brake fluid change interval
every 2 years
expand_moreEngine timing belt change interval
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.9)
every 120000 km / 8 years
1.7 TD with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 67 HP at 4500 RPM, 132 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.8)
every 120000 km / 8 years
1.8 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.9)
every 60000 km / 4 years
All other modifications
every 90000 km / 6 years
Engine timing belt test mode
not prescribed by the manufacturer
expand_moreEngine control unit tensioning roller change interval
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.9)
every 120000 km / 8 years
1.8 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.9)
every 60000 km / 4 years
All other modifications
every 90000 km / 6 years
expand_moreEngine oil and filter change interval
All other modifications
during each service according to interval display
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
1.7 TD with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 67 HP at 4500 RPM, 132 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1998.9–2000.8)
every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 DI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (1998.9–2005.1)
every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 DI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 80 HP engine (1998.9–2005.1)
every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM engine (1999.8–2005.1)
every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (1999.8–2005.1)
every 30000 km / 2 years
All other modifications
every 60000 km / 4 years
Interior filter change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
Replace wireless remote control battery
every 2 years
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
All other modifications
every 60000 km / 4 years
Valve play test mode
every 150000 km / 10 years
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Opel Astra Sedan service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1999 Opel Astra Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Opel warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Opel Astra Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1999 Opel Astra Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.