expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10
39.83–44.25 lbf⋅ft39.83–44.25 lbf⋅ft54–60 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft6–8 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
24.34–27.29 lbf⋅ft24.34–27.29 lbf⋅ft33–37 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
expand_moreOn chassis
Support
19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
Top
19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
expand_moreOn rear axle
Bottom
95.88–118.01 lbf⋅ft95.88–118.01 lbf⋅ft130–160 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
First stage
82.61–101.05 lbf⋅ft82.61–101.05 lbf⋅ft112–137 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreScrews on chassis (M14)
expand_moreFront
First stage
99.57–121.7 lbf⋅ft99.57–121.7 lbf⋅ft135–165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
expand_moreFront
First stage
73.02–89.25 lbf⋅ft73.02–89.25 lbf⋅ft99–121 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear
First stage
70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft95–105 N⋅m
Eccentric screw
Second stage
45°45°45°
Rear axle stabilizer at the axle control arm
53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft72–88 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer mounting
16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft72–88 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft72–88 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft53.1–64.91 lbf⋅ft72–88 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
57.53–68.59 lbf⋅ft57.53–68.59 lbf⋅ft78–93 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn stub axle
Wheel bearing unit
46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft63–77 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft108–132 N⋅m
When assembling your 2004 Alfa Romeo 159 it's important to tight threaded fasteners with Alfa Romeo prescribed torques using a torque wrench. If the torque values is lower then prescribed, bolt may unscrew itself and assembly may fall apart. If the torque value is higher then prescribed, bolt may simply break. The torque wrench allows you to tighten all bolts of the assembly with the same torque applied.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Alfa Romeo 159 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 Alfa Romeo 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 Alfa Romeo 159 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 2004 Alfa Romeo 159 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.