2021 Opel Astra Van front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


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


Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


Manufacturer ZF	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear


Manufacturer ZF	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear

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


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L Z 17 DTH engines


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Steering wheel	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


Lock nuts	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


Track rod on steering gear	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreBottom


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Third stage	75°75°75°
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


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


Front axle stabiliser mounting	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


1.3 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 89 HP engine (2005.8–)	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

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


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreCentral nuts


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

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel attachment	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2021 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.

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