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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
Bleed valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
At the brake caliper 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc 5.16 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePressure line at steering gear
Manufacturer ZF 11.8 lbf⋅ft
TRW 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreReturn line to steering gear
Manufacturer ZF 11.8 lbf⋅ft
TRW 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSteering gear
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Steering wheel 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod
Lock nuts 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Track rod on steering gear 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreBottom
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 62.69 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 75°
Fourth stage 15°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45° detach
Third stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Front axle stabiliser mounting 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
1.3 CDTi with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 89 HP engine (2007.2–) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 75°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Wheel attachment 81.13 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Opel Astra Sedan 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Opel Astra Sedan 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 2008 Opel Astra Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2008 Opel Astra Sedan generations

In 2008 Opel offered 2 generations of the Astra Sedan. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Opel Astra Sedan H model years

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