2003 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 Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


1.3 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 68 HP at 4000 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.8–2007.12)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


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

expand_moreAlternator


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_more1.3 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 68 HP at 4000 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.8–2007.12)


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


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

expand_moreInjection hoses

expand_more1.3 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 68 HP at 4000 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.8–2007.12)

expand_moreOn injector


M12	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreOn rail


M14	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Distributor pipe

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines


M7	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


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 Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 3.
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 Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	40°40°40°

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


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	169.64 lbf⋅ft169.64 lbf⋅ft230 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

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_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.

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 Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m


M8	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

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 chain slip rail


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 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°


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
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_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
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_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines


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

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines


M10	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

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

expand_moreGlow plugs


1.3 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 68 HP at 4000 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.8–2007.12)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-3 1.0 L Z 10 XEP engines


Right	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 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.

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.2 L Z 13 DT engines


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


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 2003 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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2003 Opel Agila generations

In 2003 Opel offered 2 generations of the Agila. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

A facelift

Type 0HAF68

2003 Opel Agila A Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2003 Opel Agila generations

A facelift

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