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How to Remove the Ashtray from an Opel Astra?

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra G - Years 1998-2006
Part: Checks and maintenance

To remove the ashtray from an Opel Astra, use a tool like a screwdriver to pry off the plastic panel surrounding the tray. Once this panel is removed, you can loosen the screws located around it. By loosening the screws, you will be able to pull the tray out from its housing, allowing you to disconnect the connectors inside. This way, you can position the new ashtray, connecting and securing it properly.

Updated on 25 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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