2001 Opel Agila engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.2 L Z 12 XE engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Distributor pipe

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.2 L Z 12 XE engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 1.2 L Z 12 XE.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 2.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°


Valve cover	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM6


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreM6,5


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.2 L Z 12 XE engines

expand_moreM6


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreM8


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM6


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreM8


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 973 cc Z 10 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreChain tensioner


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Chain tensioner locking screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 973 cc Z 10 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 973 cc Z 10 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Right	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.2 L Z 12 XE engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.


Exhaust pipe	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Opel Agila 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.

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