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Condition Value
Rear axle first brake drum machining size 7.91 in
Front axle brake disc diameter 9.29 in
expand_moreFront axle brake disc thickness
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines 0.79 in
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DTL engines 0.79 in
expand_moreAll other modifications
Internally ventilated brake discs 0.79 in
Otherwise 0.5 in
expand_moreFront axle brake disc minimal thickness
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines 0.67 in
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DTL engines 0.67 in
expand_moreAll other modifications
Internally ventilated brake discs 0.67 in
Otherwise 0.38 in
Front axle brake lining thickness 0.59 in
expand_moreFront axle brake lining minimal thickness
Without backing plate 0.079 in
Front axle brake piston diameter 1.89 in
Maximum lateral run-out of front axle brake disc 0.0039 in
expand_moreRear axle brake drum diameter
Variant 1 7.87 in
Variant 2 9.06 in
Wheel brake cylinder diameter 0.75 in

Brake system is the most important system in your 1997 Astra Van. Check pads and disks from time to time and replace them as they worn below minimum thickness allowed by Opel.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Opel Astra Van 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 Van 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 1997 Opel Astra Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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