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Parts for your 2016 Holden Astra-Batteries
Narva Battery Master / Isolation Switch Plastic With Removable Key (Contacts Rated 100A at 12V) - 61038BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated LED Light Bar Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63145BL
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Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Momentary On/Off/Momentary On DPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Winch Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V Only) - 63148BL
Narva Mitsubishi Style Sealed Push Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue LED Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 3A @ 12V) - 63364BL
Narva Heavy Duty Toggle Switch Momentary On/Off/Momentary On DPDT (Contacts Rated 25A @ 12V) - 60068BL
Narva OE Style Sealed Push Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue LED Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 3A @ 12V) - 63316BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/Momentary On SPST 12V Amber Illuminated (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63126BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Beacon Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63147BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63132BL
Narva Rotary Battery Master / Isolator Switch With Removeable Keyed Knob (Contacts Rated 100A @ 12V) - 61036BL
Narva Battery Master / Isolation Switch Plastic With Removable Key (Contacts Rated 100A at 12V) - 61038
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Aux Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63144BL
Narva Automotive/Marine Battery Master / Isolation Switch (Contacts Rated 300A @ 12V) - 61044BL
Narva 4 Position Rotary Battery Master / Isolation Switch (Contacts Rated 300A @ 12V) - 61084BL
Narva Rotary Battery Master / Isolator Switch With Removeable Keyed Knob (Contacts Rated 100A 12V) - 61036
2016 Holden Astra batteries — what they do and when to replace them
Yes, the 2016 Holden Astra absolutely uses a 12‑volt battery. Technical sources such as the Holden Astra (BK) Owner’s Manual, Opel Astra K workshop information, and GM service literature specify a conventional lead‑acid battery under the bonnet, with many stop‑start variants requiring an EFB or AGM type. That battery is integral to engine starting, vehicle electrics, and the stop‑start system logic.
On the Astra, the battery’s job is more than just cranking. It stabilises voltage for the ECU, ABS, power steering, infotainment, and lighting, and it buffers the alternator during quick demand spikes. Models with idle stop‑start lean on the battery even harder, so the vehicle’s charging strategy and the battery’s internal design (EFB/AGM) are matched to cope with frequent restarts and partial‑state‑of‑charge operation.
When replacing, matching the spec matters. For most 2016 Astra petrol variants, you’ll typically see a DIN H5 (L2) or H6 (L3) footprint around 60–70 Ah and 540–720 CCA