C 14 SE 1389cc Straight-4 Petrol Engine, X 12 SZ 1195cc Straight-4 Petrol Engine, and X 17 D (4EE1) 1686cc Straight-4 Diesel
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
expand_moreX 14 SZ 1389cc Straight-4 Petrol Engine
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°
X 14 XE 1389cc Straight-4 Petrol Engine
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Steering wheel
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace safety plate.
expand_moreSteering column
Nuts
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
expand_moreIntermediate steering shaft
At the steering column
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreTransverse control arm
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace locking pins.
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage
90°90°90°
Support joint at the stub axle
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreSuspension rear tightening torques
expand_moreRear axle brake
Rear axle brake caliper
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Rear axle bleeder valve
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
Rear axle strap
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On rear axle
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
On chassis
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreCar body tightening torques
expand_morePassive safety system
Driver side airbag
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
When assembling your 2001 Opel Combo LAV it's important to tight threaded fasteners with Opel prescribed torques using a torque wrench. If the torque values is lower then prescribed, bolt may unscrew itself and assembly may fall apart. If the torque value is higher then prescribed, bolt may simply break. The torque wrench allows you to tighten all bolts of the assembly with the same torque applied.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Opel Combo LAV 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.
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 Combo LAV 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 2001 Opel Combo LAV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2001 Opel Combo LAV generations
In 2001 Opel offered 2 generations of the Combo LAV. Fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.