2011 Opel Astra Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Brake line	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support

expand_moreM12


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreM14


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45–60°45–60°45–60°


Front axle brake disc	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreLower steering column joint


With electric servo-steering	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace screws.
With hydraulic servo-steering	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


With hydraulic servo-steering	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	150–165°150–165°150–165°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	30–45°30–45°30–45°


Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod on steering gear


With electric servo-steering	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
With hydraulic servo-steering	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60–70°60–70°60–70°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	45° detach
Third stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°


Front axle suspension	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75–90°75–90°75–90°

expand_moreTo wishbone bearing


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45–60°45–60°45–60°

expand_moreWishbone bearing

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75–90°75–90°75–90°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Tighten the wheel nuts alternately

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 Opel Astra Hatchback 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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